Vodafone Idea Launches 4G Network in Lakshadweep

Vi enhances Lakshadweep’s connectivity with 4G GIGAnet, empowering local businesses, education, and tourism.

Highlights

  • Vi’s 4G network now live in Lakshadweep, enhancing connectivity for over 20,000 residents and tourists.
  • Tri-band spectrum (900, 1800, and 2100 MHz) deployed across Agatti and Kavaratti islands.
  • Improved connectivity to boost local education, business, and tourism in Lakshadweep.

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Vodafone Idea Launches 4G Network in Lakshadweep
Vodafone Idea (Vi), the third-largest private telecom operator in India, announced on Thursday the launch of 4G network connectivity in Lakshadweep, enhancing connectivity for residents, businesses, and tourists in the region. Vi said it has deployed 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, and 2100 MHz spectrum bands to connect over 20,000 residents and visitors on Agatti and Kavaratti, the largest islands of Lakshadweep.

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Vi 4G in Lakshadweep

Vi noted that the launch of Vi GIGAnet, built on a tri-band spectrum in Lakshadweep, is part of its nationwide network expansion and enhancement initiative. "Following its successful FPO in April, Vi is expanding coverage in new territories, increasing capacity on existing sites, and upgrading network infrastructure to provide a superior customer experience," said the official release.

Enhanced Connectivity in Lakshadweep

Inviting Vi customers to experience Vi GIGAnet in Lakshadweep, R S Shantharam, Cluster Business Head, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, Vodafone Idea, said, "The launch of Vi GIGAnet in Lakshadweep is an important step in enhancing 4G coverage in the remote areas. The relationship between Lakshadweep and Kerala is characterised by geographical closeness, as Kerala is the nearest and most accessible mainland in addition to cultural similarities, economic interdependence, and administrative ties.

"Being Kerala's No. 1 Mobile network, the launch of Vi GIGAnet in Lakshadweep will not only enhance communication but also open up new opportunities for education, business, and growth," Shantharam added.

Also Read: Vodafone Idea Launches 4G Network in Sri Vijaya Puram Formerly Port Blair

Preparing for Year-End Travel Surge

Vodafone Idea added that the launch of Vi GIGAnet in Lakshadweep will enhance connectivity, provide faster data speeds, empower local businesses and students, and promote digital inclusion.

Located over 400 km from India's mainland, Lakshadweep is a popular destination for tourists from India and abroad. According to Vi, the launch of Vi GIGAnet will deliver improved coverage and access to high-speed data for both tourists and residents of the islands – just in time for the bustling year-end travel season, with connectivity essential for both residents and visitors.

Recent Comments

Vishal D :

High end users will prefer 5g network. Writing this using free data by Vi.

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mini 9th gen, bought in early 2022.

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I doubt that will happen soon. Airtel has focussed on creating more sites of 4G rather than 5G. 5G has…

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