Question : PROVISION OF MOBILE SERVICES

(a) whether the Government proposes to provide mobile services in the Naxal affected States including Orissa;

(b) if so, the time by which the above service is likely to be provided; and

(c) if not, the steps taken/being taken by the Government to provide other connectivity services in the said areas?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SHRI GURUDAS KAMAT)

(a) to (c) Sir, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is providing mobile services in its area of operation including Orissa, based on techno commercial viability;