Cisco explores options to participate in BSNL’s 4G tender

New Delhi: US-based Cisco Systems, Inc., is exploring all options to participate in state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd’s (BSNL) tender for 4G wireless service, which the government expects to be rolled out in 18-24 months.

“We are exploring all options available. We will see how things pan out for us and we will work on that. BSNL and MTNL are important customers, and we will see what’s there for us to participate so that we get the best outcome for both the clients,” said an official at Cisco, requesting anonymity. MTNL is Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd, another state-owned telecom operator.