Andrew Bonwick
Vice President of Product Development at Relm Insurance
Madhav Sheth
CEO of Ai+ Smartphone
Stephen Rose
CEO Render Networks


Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) announced on Monday, December 23, the launch of three new services to enhance connectivity and entertainment for millions of Indians, starting in Puducherry. According to BSNL, these customer-focused services make digital experiences more accessible. The following are the three new services launched by BSNL as a pilot:
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1. Intranet TV (BiTV) Over Mobile
BSNL introduces Intranet TV (BiTV), offering over 300 live TV channels, movies, web series, and documentaries at no cost to mobile users in Puducherry. This service, delivered in partnership with OTTplay, leverages BSNL’s mobile intranet for uninterrupted streaming. BiTV will expand to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand in January 2025, with plans for nationwide availability soon. BSNL aims to replace outdated PRBT systems with this solution, offering a more modern entertainment experience.
“BSNL will be one of the first telecom service providers to revolutionise its old PRBT by offering this groundbreaking service,” shared the BSNL CMD.
“Together, we’re unlocking the magic of cinema and entertainment across genres, languages, and regions and redefining how BSNL customers experience digital entertainment in India,” added the Co-founder and CEO of OTTplay.
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2. National Wi-Fi Roaming Facility
BSNL extends its National Wi-Fi Roaming Facility, which it introduced in October 2024, to rural areas, beginning with Manadipattu village. With the launch of this service, the village becomes the second in India to be fully Wi-Fi enabled. This service allows both BSNL and non-BSNL customers to access high-speed internet through a network of Wi-Fi hotspots nationwide. BSNL FTTH and mobile users can easily connect via their existing plans, while non-BSNL customers can pay via UPI.