Bharti Airtel Expands Global Connectivity with 2Africa Pearls Landing in India

Bharti Airtel has linked India to Africa, Europe, and the Middle East by landing the 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system. Delivering over 100 tbps of capacity, this addition enhances Airtel's network resilience and global connectivity, making India a pivotal node in global broadband infrastructure.

In a significant move to enhance global connectivity, Bharti Airtel has landed the 2Africa Pearls submarine cable system on Indian shores, linking the nation with Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. The announcement highlights Airtel's efforts to strengthen its network infrastructure and connectivity in the region.

The 2Africa Pearls system is set to deliver over 100 terabits per second (tbps) of international capacity to India. Airtel Business Director and CEO Sharat Sinha expressed the company's commitment to diversifying its global network, recently adding the SEA-WE-ME-6 cable in Chennai and Mumbai to bolster network resilience.

The 2Africa Pearls is part of the larger 2Africa cable system, expected to become the world's longest subsea cable upon completion, spanning over 45,000 kilometers. The system is managed by a consortium of international telecom entities, with Alcatel Submarine Networks overseeing manufacturing and installation.

(With inputs from agencies.)