New Delhi Railway Station is Rolling Out Free WiFi Access
Rahul Kalvapalle — December 8, 2014 — Tech
References: nr.indianrailways.gov.in & economictimes.indiatimes
The 500,000 passengers who travel through New Delhi Railway Station, the busiest in India, will now be able to enjoy WiFi access on station platforms.
Commuters on any of the station's 16 platforms will be able to enjoy 30 minutes of free WiFi access, after which they will be required to pay up. Scratch cards costing 25 rupees for 30 minutes and 35 rupees for an hour will be made available at 24x7 WiFi helpdesks; the cards will be valid for 24 hours.
The WiFi access project is being implemented by RailTel, a railway public service unit. The project will cost 500,000 rupees, with 160,000 rupees spent annually to operate facilities. The facility will eventually be expanded beyond New Delhi Railway Station to other cities around India early next year.
Commuters on any of the station's 16 platforms will be able to enjoy 30 minutes of free WiFi access, after which they will be required to pay up. Scratch cards costing 25 rupees for 30 minutes and 35 rupees for an hour will be made available at 24x7 WiFi helpdesks; the cards will be valid for 24 hours.
The WiFi access project is being implemented by RailTel, a railway public service unit. The project will cost 500,000 rupees, with 160,000 rupees spent annually to operate facilities. The facility will eventually be expanded beyond New Delhi Railway Station to other cities around India early next year.
Trend Themes
1. Free Wifi Access - Providing free WiFi access at railway stations can enhance the customer experience and encourage engagement during travel.
2. Paid Wifi Service - The introduction of paid WiFi service at railway stations opens up revenue opportunities for railway public service units and can contribute to overall revenue generation for the sector.
3. Expansion to Other Cities - Expanding WiFi access to other cities in India presents an opportunity for increased connectivity and improved travel experiences for passengers across the country.
Industry Implications
1. Railway Industry - The railway industry can leverage the implementation of WiFi services to enhance customer satisfaction, attract more passengers, and generate additional revenue streams.
2. Telecommunications Industry - The telecommunications industry can partner with railway public service units to provide the necessary infrastructure and technology solutions for WiFi access at railway stations.
3. Tourism Industry - The tourism industry can benefit from the introduction of WiFi services at railway stations, as it will provide travelers with enhanced connectivity and information to explore local attractions and services.
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