The PUBLIC SECTOR TELECOM GIANT BSNL has further enhanced to add a strong telecom signal network connectivity to the Sabarimala, where millions of Lord Ayyappa devotees trek annually. During Sabarimala Ayyappa Mandala Puja being held now, BSNL is in the process of having large-scale gradation given the improvement in the communication network for the pilgrims as well as improving the efficacy of the services necessary for the purpose.
To embark on an innovative communication system BSNL has extended an array of modern telecom services with the help of Thiruvananthapuram Devaswom Board for Sabarimala. These developments exist to cater to devotees and support Government and commercial organizations that may exist in the region.
BSNL’s Affordable Plans Draw Users Amid Rising Tariffs
BSNL has experienced increased customers recently due to. set email to get the best and cheapest prices in the market. While the private telecom operators have hiked tariffs, BSNL has remained affordable, and even come up with competitive, economical tariff offers to lure the price-sensitive customers. It has helped in carving a niche of ‘telecom provider of last resort’ for BSNL and the service provider successfully meets that role in many of the rural locations and other heavily used places or even pilgrimage centers like Sabarimala.
As consumers seek richer and faster internet services, BSNL is continuously increasing the rollout of 4G networks. This initiative is in sync with the growing demand for bandwidth especially during the festive season of Mandala Puja where Ernst & Young’s Sabarimala witnesses heavy footfall of devotees.
Wi-Fi Connectivity Across 48 Locations in Sabarimala
As part of the action plan of BSNL, the networks of Sabarimala have been significantly upgraded. Its current activities within this region comprise among other things establishing Wi-Fi services on 48 strategic areas of the pilgrim’s trail. Twice-borns today enjoy easy amenities such as Web broadband connections that are available, for instance, in Pampa, Nilakkal, and Sannidhanam. These Wi-Fi hotspots have been strategically located to be able to accommodate the above crowd frequencies during the festive periods to facilitate communication among the pilgrims and other security personnel.
Pilgrims can easily connect to B SNL’s Wi-Fi network by following a simple process:
- Turn on the Wi-Fi option on your device.
- Select the “BSNL WiFi” network.
- Enter your 10-digit mobile number on the webpage that appears.
- Receive a 6-digit PIN via SMS and use it to connect instantly.
With a state-of-the-art optical fiber backbone offering speeds of up to 300 Mbps, BSNL’s network ensures fast and reliable connectivity, even during peak traffic hours.
Collaborative Efforts to Enhance Telecom Services
It has been evident from the case that the current initiative taken by the BSNL has been a joint venture with various government and private organisations. Some of these large establishments include the Devaswom Board, Police, Forest and Health Departments and banks, newspaper/ media houses and commercial establishments that have successfully hooked up mobile telecom service with BSNL fiber optics network.
The integration of such bodies enhances the smooth liaison and efficient use of resources and services during the calendar season for pilgrimage. The entire area is covered through Optical fiber connectivity which connects Oxygen Parlors and emergency medical centers from Pampa to Sannidhanam. This will help to keep priority health care safeguarded and available during any developed disasters. Broad bandwidth similarly assists in the sharing of up-to-date information, improving the safety and ease of pilgrims.
4G Towers and 24-Hour Customer Service Centers
To enhance the availability of, connectivity, the BSNL has placed 4G towers all along the Sabarimala route. These towers also make sure the mobility of users can continue their voice and data service even when they are on the go. Further, to facilitate connectivity issues faced by the pilgrims there are customer service centers at Pampa & Sannidhanam opened for 24 hours at BSNL. They handle those technical problems encountered in networking to make it easier for clients to access the centers.
A Boost for Devotees and Authorities
Better network infrastructure at Sabarimala is not only a boon but a need for controlling the sheer number of pilgrims visiting the site. BSNL wants to make sure its devotees remain connected to their families and can receive vital information through its Wi-Fi and mobile services. To authorities, the enhanced network works to help various departments better organize themselves and enhance the overall management of the pilgrimage season.
It also assists news media and commercial organizations that need fast connections to work effectively during festive seasons. Mobile streams, live broadcasts, Real Time Updates everything becomes possible with the up gradation of the BSNL network in Sabarimala which is necessary for all the vital activities which are required during this time for the proper functioning of Sabarimala.
Conclusion: A Technological Leap for Sabarimala
To a large extent, Sabarimala can celebrate the BSNL’s attempts as a leap in technological development for the region. This has made the operations of Government and Commercial organization stronger in supporting millions of pilgrims demands with affordable high speed telecom services.
Optimal deployment of Wi-Fi hot spots in both open and closed areas, 4G towers, and round-the-clock operational customer care support are clear manifestations of BSNL’s improving corporate social responsibility to the telecom consumer populace. As more sections of India are preparing to celebrate the Mandala Puja, these improvements are expected to enhance the ease and connectivity of the pilgrimage/travel for the devotees as well as the authorities.
