CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches Jio's True 5G services in Guwahati

'True 5G launch has opened limitless opportunities for the people of Assam'

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GUWAHATI: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched Jio's True 5G services in Guwahati in a programme held at Janata Bhawan on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma termed the launch of Jio's True 5G Services in Guwahati as historic and beginning of a new era of mobile connectivity. He said that the True 5G launch has opened limitless opportunities for the people of Assam and this will result in revolutionary transformation in every sector of the State's economy and social life. He also congratulated Team Jio Assam for the launch of 5G services in Guwahati today after successful launch of 5G services in India by Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently.

While lauding Team Jio, Chief Minister Sarma said that apart from their existing investment of 9500 crores, Jio has additionally invested over Rs 2500 crore for work in progress for deploying the 5G network in Assam. He said this shows Jio's immense commitment towards Assam's development. He also expressed hope that Jio True 5G services will be made available in every town and block of Assam in a speedy manner.

Further mentioning about the health solution named 'Clinic in the bag' demonstrated on the occasion, Sarma said that the facility could profusely aid healthcare services at the grassroots level. The Chief Minister also appreciated Jio for providing free 5G services at Kamakhya temple and said this would immensely help visiting pilgrims and tourists.

Stating that India's 5G technology was developed with completely indigenous technology, Sarma said this also gave the world a strong message about India's successful stride in the field of technology. Tarun Jhunjhunwala, Group President, Reliance Industries, Pradip Chanda, State Business Head, Reliance JIO, Samir Kumar Sinha, Principal Secretary to CM and other dignitaries were present in the programme.

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