Airtel extends network connectivity to remote Marwah region

Bharti Airtel has expanded its network footprint to Marwah - a geographically remote area linking Kishtwar and Anantnag in Jammu & Kashmir. With the latest deployment, Airtel has become the first and only service provider to deliver reliable mobile connectivity to this strategically significant and difficult-to-reach region.Marwah is characterized by its rugged terrain and limited seasonal road access to Kishtwar and Anantnag, and remains disconnected during winters due to heavy snow fall. This isolation forces residents to rely on mules or foot travel for essential supplies, work, or emergencies, while the absence of telecom coverage left approximately 150-km corridor disconnected. Commenting on the deployment, Dibyendu Aich, COO – Jammu and Kashmir, Bharti Airtel said: “We are proud to bridge the digital divide in Marwah, bringing high-speed mobile connectivity to a region long isolated by nature’s toughest barriers.

Airtel’s relentless expansion into high-altitude and remote areas underscores our commitment to strengthening India’s digital backbone and ensuring every citizen, no matter how remote, stays connected”.

Airtel’s high-speed network rollout in this area will unlock “immense tourism potential of this globally renowned destination. Airtel’s ongoing expansion in such challenging environments reflects its dedication to bridging the connectivity gap and powering India’s digital transformation,” the company said in a press release.