NEW DELHI: Private operator Vodafone and state-owned BSNL have inked a countrywide 2G intra-circle roaming agreement to provide better telecom services to their respective customers. "Vodafone and BSNL today signed a 2G intra-circle roaming agreement to use each other's assets and network strength across the country. This strategic partnering will lead to improved connectivity and enhance the customer experience overall," Vodafone said in a release.The agreement will help Vodafone expand its 2G network further, especially in rural areas and strengthens BSNL's network reach in urban areas, it said. Vodafone India has over 1,37,000 towers across the country and BSNL has more than 1,14,000 (tower). Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) had a user base of 89.54 million at the end of June this year.

Source: Economic Times September 11, 2016 08:26 UTC