September 2, 2024 5:06 PM

DoT notifies new rules for ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ to boost telecom access nationwide

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has notified the 'Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024'. These new rules aim to enhance the management and implementation of the 'Digital Bharat Nidhi' initiative, established under Section 24(1) of the Telecommunications Act, 2023. The Universal Service Obligation Fund, originally created under the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885, has been renamed as 'Digital Bharat Nidhi'. This rebranding reflects a shift towards addre...