Kerala Launches K-FON, Becomes India’s First State With Its Own Internet Service Provider
Kerala Becomes First State To Have Its Own Internet Service ProviderIn a significant development, Kerala has become the first state in India to establish its own broadband service called K-FON (Kerala Fibre Optic Network). This government-owned broadband service aims to address the digital divide in the state by providing equal access to the internet for all residents.Bridging the Digital DivideThe K-FON initiative seeks to bridge the gap in internet access by ensuring that every household in Kerala has access to the internet. Initially, the project is expected to connect 14,000 households in the state, marking an important step towards achieving universal internet access.A Landmark AchievementDuring the launch of K-FON, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed his...