BSNL to launch 4G, 5G-ready over-the-air, universal SIM platform

BSNL launched a 4G and 5G compatible OTA and USIM platform, developed with Pyro Holdings, allowing subscribers to choose mobile numbers and replace SIMs without geographical limitations. The rollout began in Chandigarh, with a disaster recovery site in Trichy, supporting BSNL’s ongoing network upgrades to 4G and 5G and bridging the digital divide in rural areas.