Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced three initiatives aimed at bringing connectivity and entertainment to Indians to a new level. These customer-centric services launched in Puducherry. BSNL’s mission is to make the digital experience better and more inclusive, so the company announced their initiatives through a statement.
Intranet TV (BiTV) on Mobile
BSNL’s Intranet TV (BiTV) provides access to over 300 live TV channels to BSNL Mobile users in Puducherry. Which includes premium channels. And all these channels can be accessed for free. It is being offered as a pilot service in partnership with OTTplay.
According to a company statement, this reflects BSNL’s commitment to incorporate modern entertainment into everyday life. This service will provide high quality entertainment, which will be easily available to all BSNL mobile users. The service has been launched at no cost to all customers in Puducherry.
Why choose BiTV?
BSNL said there are several reasons to choose BiTV, such as:-
⦁ Unlimited Entertainment: Along with live TV, you can also enjoy movies, web series and documentaries in different languages absolutely free.
⦁ Hassle-free technology: Powered by BSNL’s secure mobile intranet, BiTV will maintain excellent video quality even without any buffering.
⦁ Future Expansion: After Puducherry, BiTV will also be launched in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand in January 2025. This is not the end but there are plans to launch this service across the country soon.
BSNL CMD said, ‘Through BiTV, through our partners, BSNL will enable every customer to enjoy free entertainment, anytime, anywhere. It is making a perfect alternative to the old PRBT system, combining modern technology and high quality materials.’
Co-Founder and CEO Abhinash Mudaliar said, ‘With the new BiTV innovation, we are proud to bring world-class entertainment services to BSNL customers across India. Also we can distribute movies and entertainment in any language and region. BSNL has explored how to redefine the digital entertainment experience for Indian customers.’
OTTplay Premium is an OTT aggregator that will provide services from 37 premier OTT platforms and over 500 live TV channels, which each user can personalize based on their preferences.
National Wi-Fi Roaming facility of BSNL
BSNL launched an innovative BSNL Wi-Fi roaming facility nationwide in October 2024. Manadipattu became the second Indian village to get full Wi-Fi service. Because BSNL is offering its national Wi-Fi roaming facility in rural areas.
This innovative service connects BSNL and non-BSNL customers through a seamless Wi-Fi hotspot network. Both BSNL and non-BSNL customers can enjoy seamless internet access through this. But the customer has to send his consent to activate the service.
How does it work for customers?
1. You can access your home internet from any BSNL Wi-Fi hotspot or any BSNL FTTH connection in the country. Keep in mind that only your home data account is charged.
2. Can also use Wi-Fi in public places or other BSNL FTTH homes.
3. BSNL mobile users can enjoy hassle-free high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity, even for BSNL mobile customers.
4. You can connect directly to BSNL Wi-Fi hotspots through your mobile plan. One time login is required.
5. For high speed download your mobile data usage must be covered by BSNL FTTH network.
6. Also, BSNL mobile users can automatically login to any FTTH home connection and use high speed internet connection.
7. Non-BSNL users can connect to BSNL’s high-speed Wi-Fi hotspots and BSNL FTTH points at home by paying through UPI.
IFTV launch in Puducherry
BSNL’s Intranet Fiber-based TV (IFTV) was first launched in October 2024. Currently it is available for all FTTH subscribers in Puducherry. There are more than 500 live TV channels. This service is available completely free of charge. Taking advantage of BSNL’s robust FTTH network. All BSNL FTTH customers can enjoy this service for free. Customer will only need his consent to activate the service.
1. Free Access: Subscribers can enjoy premium entertainment without additional fees.
2. Enhanced Streaming: Buffer free streaming is available on BSNL’s powerful FTTH network.
3. Customer Consent: IFTV can be activated through a simple opt-in process for full control.