Maha Kumbh 2025: BSNL Offers Free SIMs and Reliable Communication Services
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Synopsis
BSNL enhances communication at Maha Kumbh 2025 by providing free SIM cards and uninterrupted services. A dedicated customer service center has been established to assist pilgrims, ensuring seamless connectivity throughout the event.
Key Takeaways
- BSNL is offering free SIM cards to pilgrims.
- A dedicated customer service center is operational in the Mela area.
- 90 BTS towers activated for communication.
- Various communication services including Wi-Fi and leased lines provided.
- Support for security forces and public services during the event.
New Delhi, Feb 2 (NationPress) In a significant move to enhance communication infrastructure at the Maha Kumbh 2025, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is providing complimentary SIM cards and ensuring uninterrupted communication services, as announced on Sunday.
BSNL has established a dedicated customer service center in the Mela area, delivering on-site assistance, complaint resolution, and seamless communication services, according to the Ministry of Communications.
During the Kumbh Mela, pilgrims from various regions of the country are receiving free SIM cards from their respective circles.
In the event that a pilgrim misplaces or damages their SIM card, there will be no need to return to their home state.
BSNL has coordinated to provide SIM cards from all circles nationwide to the Mela area.
The Ministry stated, “This service is entirely free, ensuring that pilgrims can easily connect with their family and friends. BSNL has established a camp office at Lal Road Sector-2, from where all communication services are being managed.”
There has been a notable surge in demand for services such as fibre connections, leased line connections, and mobile recharges in the Kumbh area.
To prioritize public convenience, SIM cards from various states have been made available, benefiting not only the pilgrims but also the security personnel stationed there.
To guarantee continuous communication services during Maha Kumbh 2025, a total of 90 BTS towers have been activated in the Mela area.
These consist of 30 BTS (700 MHz 4G band), 30 BTS (2100 MHz band), and 30 BTS (2G-enabled).
Moreover, internet leased lines, Wi-Fi hotspots, high-speed internet (fibre-to-the-home), webcasting, SD-WAN, bulk SMS services, M2M SIMs, and satellite phone services have also been implemented in the Mela area.
The ministry stated, “Through this initiative, BSNL is ensuring seamless communication for millions of pilgrims, administrative officers, security forces, and volunteer organizations, aiding in the efficient operation of the event.”
