From digital divide to digital inclusion
The customer, the state of Maharashtra in India (one of the largest in Indian with a population of 110 mn) was planning to digitally connect about 4,000 Gram Panchayats (the lowest governance unit of the government) with their respective administrative heads. This involved a geographical spread of about 18,700 sq. kms. The customer was looking for a data network solutions provider who could design a network of this scale keeping in mind current and future needs involving use cases like e-health, e-governance, education, transportation, and utilities.
Challenges that we faced (and mitigated)
- Geo-political issues like naxal turbulence
- Tough terrains including forest areas
- Adverse weather conditions (upto 50 degree)
- Large, diverse scope involving more than 80 partners at any given time
STL Solution to deliver excellence
STL enabled digital inclusion in Maharashtra through its hyper scale network modernization powered by LEAD 360° approach. STL deep-dived into challenges associated with the FRO process and addressed them through design-thinking and innovation at all the steps.
- Model project for handling complex RoW scenarios
- FTR and sound applications
- Single window clearance for NH & NHAI
- Separate government resoulution for forest areas
- Extensive soil-strata analysis and data-basing
- Technology-led granular & accurate surveys with techniques like 360o photogrammetry
- Highly mechanised operations with the use of augurs and specially designed trenchers
- Ensuring continuity and quality by – Lead 360
