In today’s world, mobile phones are crucial for staying connected with others. However, network issues often cause problems when making calls.
To solve this, the government launched the Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) facility on January 17.
This facility was introduced at an event that also highlighted 4G mobile sites funded by the Digital India Fund (DBN).
With this launch, telecom users of Reliance Jio, Airtel, and BSNL can now make calls more easily, even if their network is unavailable.
What is the ICR Facility?
Intra Circle Roaming (ICR) allows users to make calls and use data services through any available network.
For example, if you’re using Jio and there’s no network, you can still use Airtel or BSNL’s network.
This feature will improve connectivity, especially in areas where one network has a weak signal.
Support from Digital India Fund
The Digital India Fund (DBN) is an initiative by the government to expand 4G networks in rural and remote areas.
Mobile towers funded by DBN will now provide services to Jio, Airtel, and BSNL users through a shared platform.
This will address network issues and enhance mobile connectivity in these regions.
4G Access Across All Networks
With the ICR facility, users can now access 4G services on any network.
If there’s an issue with your network provider’s tower, you can still make calls and use the internet via DBN-funded 4G towers.
Big Advantage for Rural Areas
The ICR facility will be especially helpful in rural and remote areas, where people were dependent on just one network for connectivity.
Now, with better network services, users in these regions will enjoy uninterrupted mobile services.
Strengthening the Digital India Campaign
The launch of the ICR facility supports the government’s Digital India initiative.
This will help promote digital connectivity in rural areas and ensure that all citizens can benefit equally from digital services.
Benefits of the ICR Facility
1) Solves network connectivity issues.
2) Improves calling experiences.
3) Expands 4G coverage to rural areas.
4) Provides the same services to users of all telecom operators.
5) Promotes the Digital India initiative..