BSNL IS BACK! - Launches India’s First SIM-less 5G Internet — And It’s FAST
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The video announces BSNL’s launch of the Quantum 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service in Hyderabad, marking India’s first 100% homegrown, SIMless 5G FWA. This service provides fiber-like speeds without the need for fiber installation, reaching over 980 Mbps download and 140 Mbps upload speeds with less than 10 ms latency. It uses a fully indigenous technology stack developed under the Atman Bharat initiative, and authentication occurs without a physical SIM. The service covers 85% of Hyderabad homes using existing towers, requiring no digging or additional cables for installation. BSNL plans to expand pilot projects to several Indian cities and offers plans starting at Rs 999 for 100 Mbps and Rs 1499 for 300 Mbps. Besides homes, the 5G core will support edge cloud solutions for MSMEs and smart factories, promoting India’s digital transformation and public sector tech revival. BSNL has recently posted profits for the first time in 17 years and aims to lead rather than catch up in the telecom sector.