Reliance Jio Deploys 4G and 5G Connectivity at Siachen Glacier

Claims to be the first telecom operator to deploy 4G and 5G services in the world's highest battleground.

Highlights

  • The deployment involved indigenous full-stack 5G technology and pre-configured plug-and-play equipment.
  • Collaboration with Army Signallers was key in airlifting and logistics management.
  • Jio is steadily expanding its network across the Ladakh region, prioritising remote border posts.

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Reliance Jio Deploys 4G and 5G Connectivity at Siachen Glacier
Reliance Jio (Jio), in collaboration with the Indian Army, has extended its 4G and 5G network to the world’s highest battlefield, the Siachen Glacier. With support from the Army Signallers, Jio claims to have become the "first telecom operator to deliver seamless connectivity in this harsh and formidable region." Reliance Jio said it leveraged its indigenous full-stack 5G technology and deployed plug-and-play pre-configured equipment at a forward post.

Also Read: Airtel Installs 42 Towers in 5 Months Bringing 4G to Ladakh’s Remote Villages




Jio Collaboration with Indian Army

From planning to multiple training sessions, system pre-configuration, and comprehensive testing, Jio co-ordinated with Army Signallers to achieve this deployment. "The Indian Army was pivotal in managing logistics, including airlifting Jio's equipment to Siachen Glacier. This collaboration ensured connectivity at 16,000 feet in the Karakoram range, an area characterised by extreme conditions with temperatures plummeting to -50 degrees Celsius," Jio said on Monday.

Digital Connectivity in Ladakh

Jio also mentioned that it has been steadily expanding its network in the Ladakh region, prioritising forward posts along the borders. As reported by TelecomTalk earlier, Airtel has already installed 42 towers in five months, bringing high-speed mobile connectivity to remote and border areas in Ladakh.

As the first operator to provide 4G services in these challenging terrains, Jio said, "It continues to empower communities and soldiers with unparalleled digital connectivity."

Also Read: Airtel Brings Mobile Connectivity to Ladakh’s Highest Military Outposts

Jio's Technological prowess

According to Jio, "This initiative reflects Jio's commitment to overcoming geographical challenges to connect the country's most remote corners. It also demonstrates Jio's technological prowess in providing reliable communication solutions to support the nation's armed forces in safeguarding India’s borders under the harshest conditions."

With the launch of 5G services at Siachen Glacier, Jio said it has set a "new benchmark in the telecom industry, marking a historic achievement in one of the planet's most inhospitable environments."

Also Read: Jio Targeting AirFiber Growth and 5G Monetisation Ahead of Potential IPO: Report

"This monumental achievement is a tribute to India's technological advancement and the indomitable spirit of its armed forces," Jio concluded.

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Kirpa B is passionate about the latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence technologies and has a keen interest in telecom. In her free time, she enjoys gardening or diving into insightful articles on AI.

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