Airtel has announced a partnership with the Indian Army to enhance mobile connectivity in several remote villages located in the Kupwara, Baramulla, and Bandipore districts along the Line of Control (LoC) in North Kashmir. This initiative is part of the PM Vibrant Village Programme, aimed at improving communication infrastructure in underserved areas.
The local people and neighboring military troops have benefited greatly from Airtel’s installation of 15 mobile towers in these areas. With the use of this infrastructure, soldiers will be able to communicate more effectively, maintain relationships with their families, and enhance operational coordination.
Kachhal, Balbir, Razdan Pass, Taya Top, Ustad, Kathi, and Cheema are among the settlements that are currently connected. These sites are located in the valley regions of Keran, Machhal, Tangdhar, Gurez, and Uri.
In addition to meeting civilian demands, this partnership helps the Indian Army meet its vital communication needs in these strategically important areas. Notably, Airtel is the sole private telecom provider offering services in these regions.
The business has a history of bringing internet to difficult-to-reach areas, such as the Galwan
