Bharti Airtel, a leading global telecommunications company with offices in 20 countries in Asia and Africa, is India’s first 4G service launched in Kolkata.
The state-of-the-art network services is based on TD-LTE, makes India as one of the first countries in the world to commercially deploy this advanced technology.
Its introduction is followed by India, the most advanced telecommunications markets in the world and marks the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the country successful telecommunications.
Airtel 4G (TD-LTE) network was developed by Kapil Sibal, Minister of Communications and Information Technology, India launched. The launch starts a new phase of accelerated, equitable and inclusive economic growth through the development of broadband services, as the Minister of National Telecom Policy in the proposed project.
Commenting on the launch, said Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman and CEO, Bharti Airtel, “The launch is an important milestone for India and Airtel. Over the past 15 years has been at the forefront of the telecommunications revolution in India and Airtel The Technology Trends in India, through alignment with global standards. We are pleased to now have a leadership role in setting the standard technology for 4G services in India through the introduction of cutting edge TD-LTE. We believe that the other in this direction to follow and participate in our pioneering effort to make the TD-LTE 4G defacto standard in India. ”
“I want to meet all our stakeholders, we help the government’s vision of broadband-on-demand, outlined by the Hon’ble Minister to thank Telecom. I would also like to support the Government of West Bengal for the support and collaboration of this introduction is possible, and once again reaffirm our commitment to the development of the State to participate, thank you.
“High-speed wireless broadband has the potential to transform India, providing a solid platform for the development of truly national digital economy and empower people. With one of the largest pools of young people around the world, the ‘India will see a massive increase in the consumption of data and content on mobile devices and the proliferation of mobile commerce. Airtel wait to play a crucial role in this exciting future for India. “, added Mr. Mittal
Airtel 4G, as well as offering excellent quality content that enables fast access to high definition (HD) video streaming, multiple chat, instant uploading photos, and more. It will also help bridge the digital divide and foster economic growth in rural areas by improving the flow of e-governance, e-health and e-education services.
In 2010, Airtel was able to provide licenses for BWA spectrum in Kolkata, Karnataka, Punjab and Maharashtra (excluding Mumbai) circles. There is currently working on spread state-of-the-art networks in the district except Kolkata.
Bharti Airtel is one of the founding members of the Global TD-LTE Initiative (GTI), which was at the Mobile World Congress 2011th Other founding members of this important global initiative are China Mobile and Softbank Mobile.