CHENNAI: State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited on Friday said it is preparing to launch 4G services soon in Chennai, Tiruvallur Kanchipuram and Chengalpattu districts under the Phase IX.2 project.

Under Phase IX.2 project, the company will install 2,114 4G towers for which work is in progress in four districts.

In an official release, the telecom major said it has launched 4G services at various locations in Tiruvallur district today.

This important step under the 4G saturation project utilizes cutting-edge technology developed under the 'Make in India' initiative.

The project is funded by the Centre's Universal Service Obligation (USO) fund and the project cost is Rs 16.25 crore, the statement said.

This milestone is an important step in the company's efforts to bridge the digital divide and empower citizens in rural and remote areas.

Papa Sudhakar Rao, Chief General Manager, BSNL Chennai Telephone, led the launch of 4G services in Tiruvallur district at a function.