Bharti Airtel has announced the deployment of over 2900+ new 5G sites across the Upper North region of India, including Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. This expansion, completed over the past 12 months, aims to provide faster speeds and wider coverage to more than 28.6 million customers. The initiative supports digital transformation and enhances connectivity in both urban and rural areas.
Airtel Boosts 5G Network Across Northern India
Bharti Airtel, a leading telecommunications service provider in India, has announced a significant expansion of its 5G network. The company has deployed over 2900+ new 5G sites across the Upper North region, covering states such as Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. This initiative, completed over the past 12 months, aims to enhance customer experience by delivering faster speeds and wider network coverage.
Key Figures and Impact
The new deployment covers 77 districts and is expected to provide reliable high-speed connectivity to over 28.6 million customers. This expansion is projected to benefit citizens, students, entrepreneurs, and businesses by enabling seamless streaming, rapid downloads, uninterrupted remote work and learning, and dependable digital payments. The rollout includes an average of over eight new sites activated daily.
Regional Growth and Digital Transformation
The deployment specifically targets regions experiencing surging data demand. Bharti Airtel’s continued investments underscore its commitment to bridging connectivity gaps and powering the region’s digital transformation with a future-ready network. Anupam Arora, CEO – Upper North, Bharti Airtel, stated, “These 2,900+ new 5G sites mean faster speeds, wider coverage, and a more reliable experience for over 28.6 million customers.” The company aims to provide a superior network experience for all its users in these key markets.
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