State-owned telecom company Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reported a significant financial turnaround, with revenue rising nearly 19% to around ₹25,000 crore over the past two years. According to government officials, the growth has been driven by infrastructure upgrades, operational reforms, and expanding telecom coverage across the country.
Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said BSNL’s EBITDA surged dramatically from around ₹50 crore to nearly ₹7,000 crore during the same period, reflecting stronger operational efficiency and improved financial performance. Officials attribute the turnaround to systematic monitoring, network modernization, and improved service reliability.
One of BSNL’s biggest competitive advantages continues to be its lower tariffs compared to private telecom operators. The company has positioned itself as a more affordable option in India’s highly price-sensitive telecom market, especially after tariff hikes by private players increased consumer costs in recent years.
BSNL has also accelerated deployment of its indigenous 4G network infrastructure, with officials stating that around one lakh towers have been upgraded. The company is focusing heavily on expanding rural connectivity, affordable internet access, and digital inclusion across underserved regions.
Analysts say the revival of BSNL could intensify competition in India’s telecom sector, especially as consumers increasingly compare pricing, network quality, and data affordability among operators. India remains one of the world’s largest telecom markets with more than a billion mobile subscribers.
