Centre Approves Rs 3,942 Crore to Enhance Digital Connectivity in Chhattisgarh

The Centre has approved Rs 3,942 crore under the Amended BharatNet Programme to enhance digital connectivity in Chhattisgarh, connecting 11,682 gram panchayats via a ring topology network. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai described this as a historic step towards rural digital empowerment, aiming to improve e-governance, online education, telemedicine, and economic opportunities. The ring topology ensures reliable, uninterrupted service by rerouting data if a link is disrupted. Sai thanked Prime Minister Modi and Communications Minister Scindia for the support.