Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced three transformative services in Puducherry, aiming to redefine digital connectivity and entertainment. The highlights include the launch of Intranet TV (BiTV), the National Wi-Fi Roaming Facility, and the Intranet Fibre-based TV (IFTV) service, marking a significant leap toward a digitally empowered India.
BSNL’s Intranet TV (BiTV), developed in partnership with OTTplay, offers 300+ live TV channels and premium content, free for all mobile users in Puducherry.
Key Features:
- Unlimited Access: Includes live TV, movies, web series, and documentaries in multiple languages.
- Seamless Streaming: High-quality video powered by BSNL’s secure intranet.
- Future Expansion: The service will expand to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand in January 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout.
Robert J Ravi, CMD of BSNL, stated, “With BiTV, we provide a revolutionary and free entertainment option for our users, offering a modern alternative to outdated PRBT systems.”
Avinash Mudaliar, Co-founder and CEO of OTTplay, highlighted, “Our partnership ensures BSNL customers enjoy premium, personalized content on the go, elevating their digital experience.”
BSNL also announced two complementary initiatives to enhance digital inclusion:
- National Wi-Fi Roaming Facility:Manadipattu has become the second fully Wi-Fi-enabled village in India, offering seamless connectivity via BSNL Wi-Fi hotspots to both BSNL and non-BSNL customers.
- Intranet Fibre-based TV (IFTV):Available to FTTH customers in Puducherry, the service provides 500+ live TV channels at no extra cost.
These initiatives underscore BSNL’s commitment to innovation and inclusion, seamlessly blending connectivity with entertainment. As India moves toward a fully connected future, BSNL continues to pave the way for accessible, high-quality digital services for all.
Summary
- BSNL launches Intranet TV (BiTV) in Puducherry, offering 300+ live channels free of cost in partnership with OTTplay.
- Manadipattu becomes the second Wi-Fi-enabled village under BSNL’s National Wi-Fi Roaming Facility.
- IFTV service is now available to FTTH customers in Puducherry, offering 500+ live channels for free.
- BSNL plans to expand BiTV to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand in January 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout.