Union Cabinet on 23.05.2018 approved the Phase-II of LWE Project. The same is based on Telecom Commission approved Implementation Plan based on recommendation of the Committee constituted under Member (T) on 21.12.2017 at project cost of Rs. 7,330 crore (excluding taxes) by setting up approximately 4072 sites on 2G+4G technology.
The project will be implemented by an Open Bidding Process as per Extant ITR Rules, 1951
Mobile Communication Services will be provided to security forces as well as general public in areas affected by Left Wing Extremism (LWE).
The strengthened telecom network will result in increase in penetration of mobile connectivity in the country, especially LWE affected areas facing security challenges, resulting in affordable and equitable access of communication, information and governance to people of the Left-Wing Extremism Affected Areas.