Govt to ensure internet in tribal areas

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a major move to promote online education in tribal regions, the state government has come up with elaborate measures to ensure internet connectivity in interior tribal belts. The cabinet on Wednesday issued in-principle nod for all administrative procedures to ensure connectivity in tribal regions.

As per the decision, government departments, local bodies and other government establishments will give land in their possession – suitable for setting up network tower. The district chief of the department concerned or in their absence the office chief can issue the necessary orders.