VIJAYAWADA: Minister for Investments and Infrastructure BC Janardhan Reddy conducted a review meeting on the progress of AP State FiberNet Limited (APSFL) at the R&B Department office in the Secretariat on Saturday. He directed officials to take concrete steps to deliver improved and expanded services to the public through the FiberNet network. In a key decision, the minister ordered a reduction in rental charges for Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) boxes from April 1, 2026. Rentals will be `9 for boxes older than 78 months, `29 for those between 60-78 months, and `59 for boxes under 60 months. He instructed officials to coordinate with the Energy Department on pole rental charges, initiate phased procurement of new CPE boxes, and recruit key staff across operations.

Source: Indian Express March 29, 2026 05:54 UTC