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

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: February 14, 2026 05:51

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.

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