BSNL Launches 4G, 5G-Ready OTA and USIM Platform for Enhanced Services

State-Run Telecom Operator Unveils Technology to Improve SIM Services and Network Efficiency Across India.

Highlights

  • BSNL introduces a new OTA and USIM platform compatible with 4G and 5G.
  • The platform, developed in collaboration with Pyro Holdings, was launched in Chandigarh with a disaster recovery site in Trichy.
  • Offers flexible mobile number selection and SIM replacement without geographical restrictions.

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BSNL Launches 4G, 5G-Ready OTA and USIM Platform for Enhanced Services
State-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced the launch of an Over-the-Air (OTA) and Universal SIM (USIM) platform, compatible with 4G and 5G, to serve its customers across India. The platform, developed in collaboration with Pyro Holdings, a homegrown firm specialising in telecom services, was inaugurated in Chandigarh, with a disaster recovery site in Trichy. This innovative partnership aims to significantly enhance the delivery and efficiency of telecommunications services across India, BSNL said in a statement.

Also Read: BSNL Reports Building Over 15,000 4G Sites




Flexibility and Efficiency for Mobile Subscribers

The platform is designed to serve all BSNL customers nationwide, offering "unparalleled connectivity and service quality," the telco added, noting that the technology aligns with the Government of India's ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliant India) initiative.

The platform provides BSNL's mobile subscribers with the flexibility to choose mobile numbers on the fly and enables SIM replacement without geographical restrictions. The introduction of this platform coincides with BSNL’s ongoing network upgrades to 4G and 5G.

Also Read: BSNL Reaches 501 4G Sites in Karnataka Under 4G Saturation Project

Impact on Network Upgrades

"This platform will be immensely useful for customers seeking SIM replacement without geographical restrictions, aiding in the modification of SIM profiles and remote file management on SIM cards. Moreover, it enables SIM swaps to be performed anywhere in the country. This initiative not only enhances our network capabilities but also aligns with our mission to support the Government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat vision," said Ravi A Robert Jerard, Chairman and Managing Director of BSNL.

Also Read: BSNL Reaches 10,000 4G Sites Milestone Under Atmanirbhar Bharat Initiative

"It streamlines the management of mobile subscriptions, enables SIM replacement without geographical restrictions, and enhances operational efficiency. This platform demonstrates our commitment to innovation and excellence, providing BSNL with the flexibility to adapt to the evolving telecom market and benefit millions of users across the country," said Amit Sharma, COO of Pyro Holdings.

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