RailTel to partner with BSNL for internet-on-wheels

12 May 2006

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Chennai: The RailTel Corporation of India Limited is exploring the possibilities of cheaper solutions for offering internet on running trains. The corporation is studying the feasibility of using Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's 'general packet radio services' (GPRS) network for this purpose.

According to Naranbhai J Rathwa, minister of state for railways, RailTel and Shosacom of Canada have carried out trials on offering internet on trains in the section Delhi to Mathura. However during the implementation stage the Canadian company lost interest in the project.

To a separate question in the Lok Sabha, the minister said, "The modernisation of communication system in the Indian Railways is an ongoing process; 25,269 route kilometres (RKM) of broad gauge track have been provided with optical fibre communication system for providing the requisite voice and data channels. Work is in progress over 9,712 RKM."

For improving the operational efficiency and safety a 'mobile train radio communication system' is under implementation over 3,200 RKM. The funds allotted for 2006-07 is Rs201.20 crore.


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