BSNL and NRL Join Forces for India's First 5G Private Network in Refinery Sector

BSNL and Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) have signed an MoU for India's first 5G private network deployment in the refinery sector. This collaboration signifies a leap in secure and reliable industrial connectivity, aiming for a digitally empowered India. The initiative aligns with India's self-reliant technological vision.

State-run telecom giant BSNL has inked a crucial deal with Numaligarh Refinery Limited to launch India's first 5G private network in the refinery sector, an official statement confirmed on Sunday.

This landmark memorandum of understanding was formalized during the 'Industry 4.0 Workshop for CPSEs', under the aegis of the Ministry of Finance in Guwahati.

BSNL's chairman, A Robert J Ravi, emphasized this partnership's role in empowering India's strategic industries through next-gen digital infrastructure, paving the way for digitally intelligent and self-reliant advancements.

(With inputs from agencies.)