BharatNet Survey Application Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
The BharatNet Survey Application is designed to facilitate the collection and monitoring of data on equipment availability and operational status at the block level. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.
By using the BharatNet Survey Application, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
The BharatNet Survey Application collects the following information for the purpose of ensuring accurate survey reporting and efficient project management:
User Information
- Name
- Phone Number
- Email Address
- State
- District
- Block
- Village
- Gram Panchayat
Equipment Data
The application captures images and information related to the following equipment and conditions:
- Location of the Equipment
- Electricity Availability
- Air Conditioner
- Door Condition
- Backhaul Capacity
- General Cleanliness
- Manpower Availability
Location Data
The application collects real-time location data to accurately tag the geographical location of each piece of equipment surveyed.
3. How We Use Your Information
The data collected by the BharatNet Survey Application is used for the following purposes:
- Monitoring and Evaluation: To track the availability and condition of equipment at the block level.
- Project Management: To ensure timely updates and reports for the BharatNet project.
- Communication: To contact surveyors for verification, clarification, and updates.
Data collected through this application will not be shared with any third parties unless required by law or governmental authority.
4. Data Security
We are committed to protecting your data. The BharatNet Survey Application employs industry-standard security measures to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
All personal and equipment data is stored in secure servers with access limited to authorized personnel only.
5. Permissions Required
To function effectively, the BharatNet Survey Application requires the following permissions:
- Camera: For capturing images of equipment.
- Location: To tag the geographical position of each survey.
- Gallery: For uploading images from device storage when necessary.
Users are prompted to grant these permissions when installing or using the application for the first time. Failure to provide these permissions may impact the application’s functionality.
6. Data Retention
Collected data will be retained for the duration of the BharatNet project and as long as required by the Department of Telecommunications for monitoring and evaluation purposes. Once the data is no longer needed, it will be securely archived or deleted.
7. User Responsibilities
Surveyors using the BharatNet Survey Application are expected to:
- Ensure the accuracy of the data collected.
- Follow the guidelines for proper use of the application.
- Report any issues or discrepancies to the designated DoT administrators.
8. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be notified through the application or via email. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically for the latest updates.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or the application, please contact us:
- Email: connect-usof-dot@nic.in
- Phone: +011-23372162