Assam govt moots proposal to study feasibility of bringing optical fibre from Bay of Bengal through Brahmaputra

Assam's government proposes studying the feasibility of laying optical fibre from the Bay of Bengal via the Brahmaputra to boost digital connectivity. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma aims to transform Assam into a digital powerhouse, supported by the Centre and major companies. This effort includes connecting villages with optical fibre and expanding IT and telecom services.