Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has introduced three new services aimed at improving connectivity and entertainment for its customers.
These services were launched in Puducherry and reflect BSNL’s commitment to making digital experiences simple and inclusive.
BiTV: Mobile Entertainment Like Never Before
BSNL has unveiled Intranet TV (BiTV) in partnership with OTTplay, offering over 300 live TV channels, including premium options, for free to mobile users in Puducherry.
This service will officially start in January on a pilot basis and is designed to make digital entertainment accessible to all BSNL mobile users, regardless of their plans.
Why Choose BiTV?
Unlimited Entertainment: Watch live TV, movies, web series, and documentaries in multiple languages for free.
Seamless Streaming: Powered by BSNL’s Safe Mobile Intranet, BiTV ensures smooth streaming with excellent video quality.
Future Expansion: After Puducherry, BSNL plans to launch BiTV in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand by January 2025, with nationwide availability soon after.
BSNL CMD Robert Ravi stated, “BiTV allows customers to access free entertainment anytime, anywhere, combining advanced technology with top-tier content.”
Avinash Mudaliar, Co-founder and CEO of OTTplay, added, “We are proud to bring world-class entertainment to BSNL customers and redefine their digital experience.”
OTTplay Premium, the platform behind BiTV, aggregates content from 37 premium OTT platforms and includes over 500 live TV channels, offering users personalized recommendations.
National WiFi Roaming: High-Speed Internet in Rural Areas
BSNL has extended its National WiFi Roaming Facility to rural areas, with Manadipattu village becoming the second fully WiFi-enabled village in India.
This service, launched in October 2024, connects both BSNL and non-BSNL customers through a seamless network of WiFi hotspots.
How It Works
For BSNL FTTH Customers
1) Use your home internet at any BSNL WiFi hotspot or FTTH connection nationwide with charges applied to your home data account.
2) Access WiFi in public areas or other BSNL FTTH homes by giving one-time consent.
For BSNL Mobile Users
1) Connect to BSNL WiFi hotspots directly through your mobile plan.
2) Automatically log in to FTTH connections for high-speed internet without extra effort.
For Non-BSNL Users
1) Access BSNL WiFi hotspots and FTTH connections by paying via UPI for fast, high-speed internet.
2) CMD Robert Ravi said, “Our WiFi roaming service is a step towards bridging the rural-urban divide and providing affordable high-speed internet to all Indians.”
IFTV: Free Fiber-Based TV for FTTH Customers
1) BSNL has also launched Intranet Fiber-based TV (IFTV) for all FTTH customers in Puducherry.
2) This service, which began nationwide in October 2024, offers over 500 live TV channels for free. Customers need to give their consent to activate the service.
Key Features of IFTV
No Extra Cost: Enjoy premium entertainment at no additional charge.
Seamless Streaming: Experience smooth, high-quality streaming via BSNL’s strong FTTH network.
Easy Activation: Customers can opt-in with a simple consent process.
CMD Ravi emphasized, “IFTV delivers an exceptional entertainment experience at no extra cost, making it a valuable addition for BSNL FTTH customers.”
