BSNL Reports 25% Revenue Growth and Significant EBITDA Margin Increase
BSNL revenue grows 25%, EBITDA margin surges to Rs 7,000 crore

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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has achieved a revenue increase from ₹21,000 crore to ₹25,000 crore, a rise of approximately 20-25%. The company's EBITDA margins surged to nearly ₹7,000 crore, attributed to operational reforms, infrastructure upgrades, and a focus on rural connectivity.
- 01BSNL's revenue grew by ₹4,000 crore over two years, reflecting a 20-25% increase.
- 02EBITDA margins increased from ₹50 crore to nearly ₹7,000 crore during the same period.
- 03The company launched indigenous 4G technology on 100,000 towers, making India the fifth country to develop such technology.
- 04BSNL is distributing one-rupee SIM cards through India Post to expand its user base in rural areas.
- 05Approximately 25,000 out of 35,000 targeted towers have been deployed in rural and security-sensitive regions.
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reported a substantial financial turnaround, with revenues rising from ₹21,000 crore to ₹25,000 crore, representing a growth of 20-25% over the last two years. The Union Minister of State for Communications, Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, highlighted that EBITDA margins have surged from ₹50 crore to nearly ₹7,000 crore. This growth has been attributed to a comprehensive operational overhaul, including infrastructure upgrades and the adoption of private-sector operational practices. BSNL has successfully launched indigenous 4G technology across 100,000 towers, positioning India as the fifth nation to achieve this milestone. To regain public trust and expand its customer base, BSNL is leveraging India Post's network to distribute one-rupee SIM cards and promote its services in rural markets. The company has also focused on enhancing connectivity in remote areas, with 25,000 towers already installed as part of a broader initiative to cover challenging terrains. Additionally, the government is investing ₹1,40,000 crore in the BharatNet project to provide high-speed fiber connectivity to every Gram Panchayat, aiming to enhance digital access across rural India.
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The expansion of BSNL's network and the BharatNet project will significantly enhance connectivity in rural areas, improving access to communication services.
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