More telecom towers sought

BHUBANESWAR: The State Government on Monday urged the Ministry of Telecommunications to direct telecom operators to set up more towers in rural areas for improved communication.
Chief Secretary A P Padhi made this request to the Central team led by Union Power Secretary A K Bhalla which reviewed restoration of electricity supply and telecommunication services in cyclone Fani-affected districts at a high level meeting here.

Padhi assured that land available on the campuses of panchayat offices will be provided for installation of telecom towers. Similarly, Government office buildings in rural areas could be used for roof-top towers. However, the same installations should be used by all telecom service providers.