Budget allocates Rs 1.28 trn for telecom ministry; BSNL to get Rs 82,916 cr

The government has proposed the allocation of Rs 1.28 trillion for telecom projects and public sector firms under the telecom ministry with a majority of funds earmarked for state-owned BSNL.

Of the total proposed allocation, over Rs 1 trillion is meant for BSNL and MTNL-related expenses, including Rs 82,916 crore infusion in BSNL for technology upgradation and restructuring at BSNL.