Applications invited for franchisee partners under BharatNet project
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Why in news
Tamil Nadu FibreNet Corporation Limited (TANFINET) invited applications for District-Level Franchisee Partners (DLFPs) to provide rural internet services under the BharatNet project.
Background
TANFINET, a government undertaking, aims to appoint two DLFPs per district across 37 districts. The project has reached nearly 95% completion, focusing on maintaining Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) and Optical Network Terminal (ONT) infrastructure.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyTANFINET: A government undertaking in Tamil Nadu responsible for rural internet connectivity.
- FactBharatNet project completion: Nearly 95% across 37 districts as of January 2026.
- FactDLFP requirement: Two franchisee partners to be appointed per district.
For Mains
Q. Examine how the BharatNet project serves as a catalyst for rural digital inclusion and the role of public-private partnerships in achieving last-mile connectivity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Last-mile connectivity: Addressing the infrastructure gap in rural areas through decentralized franchisee models
- Service Level Agreements (SLA): Ensuring accountability and quality of service in public-private infrastructure delivery
Keywords: Digital Inclusion · Last-mile Connectivity · Public-Private Partnership · Rural Infrastructure · BharatNet
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