KFON Achieves Major Milestone in Thiruvananthapuram

Quick Summary

• Recorded Growth: KFON, Kerala’s state-run Internet service provider, secured 7,367 connections in Thiruvananthapuram district.
• Subscriber Breakdown:

– Commercial connections: 3,961.
– Government offices connected: 2,702.
– Below Poverty line (BPL) households with free Internet: 867.

• Tribal Outreach:

– KFON’s ‘Connecting the Unconnected’ initiative provided Internet to 103 homes in Chonampara and Vallippara tribal regions of Kottoor.

• Technological Reach:

– Delivered specialized digital services including:
– Internet Leased Line (ILL): 53 connections.- SME connections: Total of 41.
– Collaboration with local operators: Engages with a total of 218 local network providers for last-mile delivery.

• Government Use:

Offices across the Secretariat and Legislative Assembly transitioned fully to KFON services as June last year. Notable entities such as Technopark and Thiruvananthapuram City Corporation incorporated similar fast broadband installation

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