Microsoft wants to connect rural India
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After Facebook’s infamous Free Basics campaign, Microsoft also wants to pitch for Digital India. "There is a great opportunity in the space and we are willing to help local startups on developing this," said Nadella during his address at T-Hub, the state government-backed technology incubator.
The White Spaces project will deliver low cost connectivity solutions and has been active in Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh. Discussions are on to scale it up as part of the Rs. 333 Crores AP Fibre Grid project for rural broadband connectivity.
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