BharatNet Connects 2.14 Lakh Gram Panchayats: India’s Rural Broadband Push Gains Momentum

Connected so far: 2.14 lakh gram panchayats under BharatNet
Total sanctioned: 2.56 lakh gram panchayats targeted in Phases I &amp; II
Investment: ₹42,000 crore allocated
RoW clearance: Reduced from 455 days to 30.4 days
Future goal: Universal broadband for 2.7 lakh villages by 2030
Impact: Strengthening rural education, healthcare, and digital governance

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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that 2.14 lakh gram panchayats have been connected under BharatNet, India’s flagship rural broadband program. With an investment of ₹42,000 crore, the initiative aims to bridge the digital divide. Under NBM 2.0, the government targets 2.7 lakh villages by 2030, ensuring universal broadband access.