Himachal to Roll Out the 5 G Service in the state by December 2023, says Abhishak Jain

: Category: Latest; Published: 19 January 2023

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SHIMLA: Himachal Pradesh will roll out 5G services to its people by the end of this year making a great leap towards digital revolution, said Secretary, IT Dr. Abhishek Jain.

Earlier, the state has set he target of roll out the 5 G by the end of 2024.

The government woke up to the gaps and today came out a with revised target.

Jain said this after he had the second meeting with Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), representatives of department of Information Technology, (IT), Department of Telecommunications (DoT), HPSEBL and Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) late evening on Wednesday.

The State Government was according utmost priority to the telecom sector under the visionary leadership of the Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, he said.

The government is committed to cover the unconnected villages, shadow areas and the tribal belts of the State with seamless connectivity in shape of 5G, said Jain.

"In coordination with the telecom service providers, we are going to achieve the target by the year end", said Jain. "We will facilitate the service providers and getting them all clearances and approvals on fast track basis".

The representatives of the service providers, particularly the JIO, AIRTEL, BSNL, and Department of Telecommunications were present in the meeting.

They ensured that they would put mechanism that would have least harm to the flora and fauna and least inconvenience to the public while installing the underground 5G optical infrastructure.

It was suggested in the meeting that all the service providers must coordinate and execute the installation work at one go so that there is no need to dig out the earth time and again.

The service providers also urged for new amendments in the State policy for faster adoption of 5G and said that the street furniture availability will certainly play an important role in launching 5G services.

Jain said that the quality infrastructure was the need of the hour and the main advantages of the 5G will be its greater speed in the transmissions, a lower latency and greater capacity of remote execution.

The Digital Infrastructure Providers Association also shared their views on the occasion to be followed by the stakeholder department here in Himachal Pradesh. The DIPA was asked to share its report on the pilot project conducted in Kerela.

Terming 'data as new oil', Jain said that digital revolution was need of the hour to make all the segments work with efficiency and momentum which is not possible without the development of telecommunication sector and 5G services.

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Sword of Uncertainty Over Six CPSs’ Fate Temporarily Lifted: Relief for Sukhu Government

In a major relief to the Himachal Pradesh government, the Supreme Court has stayed the High Court’s directive to initiate disqualification proceedings against six MLAs who were appointed as Chief Parliamentary Secretaries (CPSs).

This decision, welcomed by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, has brought a temporary reprieve to his administration, which was grappling with the political and legal ramifications of the High Court’s order.

The Himachal Pradesh High Court had earlier quashed the appointments of the six CPSs, deeming them unconstitutional, and directed the Assembly Speaker to initiate disqualification proceedings under the anti-defection law.

However, the Supreme Court’s stay has effectively paused the implementation of this directive, offering the government some breathing space to strategize its next legal move.

CM Sukhu Hails Supreme Court’s Clarity

Speaking to media persons in New Delhi, CM Sukhu expressed his satisfaction with the Supreme Court’s interpretation, which he said provided much-needed clarity on the matter.

"The relief granted by the Supreme Court is significant, and we will deliberate on the next steps after considering all legal aspects,” he said.

The Chief Minister also emphasized that the apex court’s interpretation differed from paragraph 50 of the High Court’s verdict, which had been the basis of the controversial directive.

Opposition’s “Childish” Behavior Criticized

Shifting his focus to the opposition, Sukhu took a sharp jab at their tactics, describing their behavior as “childish” and lacking focus on real issues.

“There are no controversies here, but their behavior is simply immature. From toilet tax to ‘Samosa Politics,’ they are just distracting from the real issues,” he said.

Sukhu accused the opposition BJP of attempting to create diversions because of its failure to make a dent in the Congress’s strength during the Vidhan Sabha elections.

“Their ‘Operation Lotus’ was decisively rejected by the people, and Congress retained its 40-seat strength. Now, they resort to personal attacks to divert attention from our welfare schemes,” he added.

Relief Amid Mounting Challenges

The Supreme Court’s stay on the High Court’s order has momentarily eased the pressure on the Sukhu government, but the sword of uncertainty continues to hang over the six MLAs who served as CPSs.

With questions around their appointments still unresolved, the case remains a legal minefield.

The CPS appointments had drawn criticism for allegedly violating constitutional provisions, which prohibit the creation of such posts without legislative backing.

The High Court’s scathing remarks and the directive for disqualification had added fuel to the controversy, creating a storm in the state’s political landscape.

While the Supreme Court’s intervention provides temporary relief, the Sukhu government must now prepare for a protracted legal battle to defend the appointments and protect its legislative majority.

Opposition’s Counterattacks

The BJP, meanwhile, has been quick to pounce on the issue, accusing the government of flouting constitutional norms for political convenience. Party leaders have argued that the CPS appointments were a backdoor way to reward loyalists, a claim that Sukhu has staunchly denied.

The opposition’s attacks, combined with the ongoing legal scrutiny, highlight the precarious nature of the government’s position. For now, the Supreme Court’s decision is a welcome pause, but the final word on the matter could still have far-reaching consequences for the political stability of Himachal Pradesh.

Sukhu’s Call for Responsibility

Amid the controversy, Sukhu reiterated his commitment to governance and welfare. He called on the opposition to act responsibly and raise issues that matter to the common man.

“Significant progress has been made in improving the socio-economic status of the underprivileged during this tenure, and that remains our priority,” he stated.

With the legal wrangling far from over, the fate of the six CPSs—and the stability of the Sukhu government—remains inextricably tied to the unfolding courtroom drama.

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Himachal to Roll Out the 5 G Service in the state by December 2023, says Abhishak Jain

Earlier, the state has set he target of roll out the 5 G by the end of 2024.

It was suggested in the meeting that all the service providers must coordinate and execute the installation work at one go so that there is no need to dig out the earth time and again.

Jain said that the quality infrastructure was the need of the hour and the main advantages of the 5G will be its greater speed in the transmissions, a lower latency and greater capacity of remote execution.

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