Govt approves setting up of public Wi-Fi networks through PM-WANI to push broadband proliferation

NEW DELHI: In a bid to fuel broadband internet access across the country, the government on Wednesday approved setting up of public Wi-Fi networks through public data offices that will not involve any licence, fee or registration.

The public Wi-Fi Access Network Interface will be known as PM-WANI, and it promises to unleash a massive Wi-Fi revolution in the country.

The Cabinet approved setting up of these Public Wi-Fi Networks with a framework involving multiple players — Public Data Office (PDO), Public Data Office Aggregators and app providers.