Airtel launches 5G services in Zanskar Valley, Ladakh

Kargil, Nov 27: Bharti Airtel , one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, on Monday announced that it has started 5G services in Zanskar valley of Ladakh region.

With this the  Airtel is the only operator to offer 5G services in the Zanskar Valley. The expansion is part of Airtel's efforts to connect the remotest locations of the country including high-altitude valleys through its ultrafast 5G Plus services, a senior official from Airtel said. Zanskar located in Ladakh region faces extreme weather conditions in winter making it almost inhabitable for 6 months of the year. The place however becomes a popular tourist destination owing to the famous “Chadar Trek”, a trek along the frozen Zanskar river attracting tourists from India and abroad. Network connectivity becomes a critical necessity for safety, during emergencies.

Airtel’s 5G service is now operational across Rangdrum, Phey Thang Zanskar, Sani Monastery, Kisherak Rd Padum, Techa Khasar, Karsha amongst others. The launch will not only enhance the quality of life for locals but also readies the tourist destination ahead of its peak travel season. All the 25 villages of this region will benefit from the launch of superfast 5G service.