Archive · 27 Oct 2025
BSNL and Viasat India to Enhance Satellite Technology
BSNL, a government-owned telecom company, is teaming up with Viasat India, a communications firm, to improve satellite technology.
They will work together to teach people new skills related to satellites and drones.
They plan to set up a special center for training in Jabalpur.
Engineering students will get to learn about new technologies like drones and the Internet of Things.
This will help India develop its own technology and create new jobs.
They will also sell Viasat's drone communication service called Velaris in India.
BSNL and Viasat India are collaborating to develop skills in satellite communications.
The Bharat Ratna Bhim Rao Ambedkar Institute of Telecom Training (BRBRAITT) will provide training infrastructure.
A Centre of Excellence will be established for UAVs, IoT, and related technologies.
Engineering students will have opportunities to participate in training programs.
Viasat's Velaris uncrewed air solutions will be commercialized in India.
- Who
- BSNL and Viasat India
- What
- Collaborating to enhance satellite technology and UAV capabilities.
- When
- The collaboration efforts formally kicked off during the India Mobile Congress 2025.
- Where
- India, with training programs at BRBRAITT in Jabalpur.
- Why
- To promote skill development, indigenous capabilities, and economic growth.
- Companies Involved
- BSNL, Viasat India
- Collaboration Focus
- Skill development in satellite communication and UAV solutions
- Training Location
- BRBRAITT, Jabalpur
- Technology Areas
- UAVs, IoT, Satellite communication
- Objective
- Promote digital transformation
- Event
- India Mobile Congress 2025