Gamata Sanniwedanaya Archives

January 19, 2022

Supporting Telecommunications Regulatory Commission’s (TRCSL) Gamata Sanniwedanaya initiative to create a digitally inclusive Sri Lanka, Airtel Lanka announced the completion of another tower in Welekumbura, Ratnapura. The newly commissioned 4G tower will for the first time enable true mobility, improved speeds, indoor coverage and latency. This will translate into an optimised, reliable 4G experience for a total population in the region of 33,737, leveraging on Airtel’s drastically improved, world-class 4G network coverage.

December 13, 2021

SLT-MOBITEL, the National ICT, Telecommunications and Mobile Services Provider has facilitated the installation of the first rural 4G tower in Kurunegala District under the ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ project which aims to empower Sri Lanka with 100% 4G LTE connectivity.

Located in the Hiruwalpola, Kurunegala, this tower was inaugurated as part of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka’s (TRCSL) ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ project, aimed at ensuring all rural communities are equipped with the necessary connectivity infrastructure. SLT-MOBITEL is committed to drive adoption of broadband-based consumer and enterprise services by further expanding the broadband footprint, achieved by facilitating the TRCSL’s ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ project which aims to provide superior connectivity to all Sri Lankans.

As the National ICT Solutions Provider, SLT-MOBITEL has taken innovative steps towards digital transformation and leading the nation to adopt new age technologies such as NB-IOT, 5G, AI, and Big Data among others as it works towards bridging the digital divide.

Showcasing network excellence, SLT-MOBITEL Mobile has been consecutively adjudged by Ookla, the global leader in internet speed testing, as the fastest mobile network in Sri Lanka in 2019, 2020 and in 1H of 2021.

As part of its central role in the digital transformation of Sri Lanka, to-date SLT-MOBITEL has fuelled investments of over USD 800 million in shaping Sri Lanka’s ICT landscape and has utilised LKR 1.5Bn in 5G related technologies which includes 5G testing, 5G trialling and public demonstrations.

November 1, 2021

October 28, 2021: Working in partnership with the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), Airtel Lanka announced the recent completion of a new 4G tower in the Ratnapura District under the Gamata Sanniwedanaya initiative.

The newly built 4G tower under the initiative, commissioned in Ulupitiya, Ratnapura District, covers an area of 91 square-kilometres, facilitating a total population of 12,219 with drastically improved network coverage. The digitisation of rural communities aims to keep everyone connected and productive in their daily lives, supporting seamless distance-learning and flexible working requirements.

Airtel Lanka CEO/MD Ashish Chandra noted that “With the commissioning of the tower in Rathnapura, residents of Ulupitiya now have access to our world-class, buffer free 4G network. Airtel will continue to partner with the TRCSL, to fulfil our vision of enriching the lives of Sri Lankan’s, especially the deep rural community who has no access to mobile connectivity.”

Aiming to achieve 100 percent island-wide coverage by 2022, the ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ initiative aims to bridge the digital gap in rural districts with poor network coverage, by providing equal access to mobile connectivity for all Sri Lankans.

Additionally, Airtel is also executing an independent and rigorous expansion drive of its 4G network with the construction of new 4G towers island-wide. Airtel Lanka’s plan to expand its 4G coverage across the island is strategically mapped out to ensure that, as well as rural areas, highly populated areas are also covered with no room for poor network qualities.

Airtel’s advanced 4G network delivers a solid combination of coverage and capacity to deliver a superior smartphone experience with drastically improved indoor coverage and stronger signal penetration. Raising the benchmark in mobile network services across Sri Lanka, Airtel 4G signals the advent of buffer free videos, superior indoor coverage and faster loading times.

April 7, 2021

April 5, 2021: Working in partnership with the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), Airtel Lanka, added its support to ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ to eliminate coverage ‘dark spots’ island-wide.

As the 1^st phase of the initiative, Gamata Sanniwedanaya aims to facilitate construction of 37 new signal towers in the Ratnapura district. The digitisation of rural communities will help keep anyone connected and productive in their daily lives, supporting seamless distance-learning and flexible working requirements.

Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony, TRCSL Director General Oshada Senanayake said: “The bold steps that we are taking today under the ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ initiative will lay the foundation for Sri Lanka’s accelerated transformation into a vibrant, digitalised regional hub for tech, ICT and related services. This starts with bridging the digital divide for rural communities. By the end of 2020, this initiative will have covered 10 districts, and by 2022 we will have achieved 100% coverage island-wide. This will create immense growth potential across Sri Lanka for all her citizens.”

Part of a progressive national effort led by TRCSL to ensure seamless mobile and data connectivity island-wide, the ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ initiative aims to bridge the digital gap by providing equal access to mobile connectivity for all Sri Lankans.

“Airtel’s mission is centred on enriching lives for all Sri Lankans. With digitalisation expanding to cover every facet of daily life at an exponential rate, it is essential and empowering to ensure that reliable mobile connectivity is available to all our citizens. We are therefore proud to partner with TRCSL on this vital and visionary initiative,” Airtel CEO/MD, Ashish Chandra said.

With Airtel’s purpose-built 4G network also coming into play in the near future, users will be able to experience drastically improved indoor coverage, with stronger signal penetration leaving almost no room for dead zones that can cause network interruptions. Faster speeds and a host of other digital services are also part of the package, proving ideal for online classes and anyone working from home.

February 19, 2021

Gamata Sanniwedanaya envisions provision of 100% 4G Broadband coverage across the nation

As the National ICT and Telecommunications Service Provider, SLT-MOBITEL recorded yet another historic milestone by facilitating the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka’s (TRCSL) ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ Project which aims to empower rural areas with supreme connectivity solutions.

The ground-breaking ceremony of the project took place at the hilltop village of Ihalagalagama in Ratnapura. The ceremony was graced by a number of distinguished dignitaries from the TRCSL, SLT-MOBITEL and other relevant government authorities such as the Central Environment Authority, Urban Development Authority, the Imbulpe Divisional Secretariat, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) – Ratnapura District Office and the Ceylon Electricity Board, Ratnapura.

The ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ initiative champions the TRCSL’s prime objective of powering Sri Lanka with 100% 4G/Broadband coverage. Understanding this national vision, SLT-MOBITEL as the National Telecommunication Service Provider came forward to facilitate this project as it also falls in line with the company’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and leading the nation towards an info com and knowledge rich society.

Adding his comments about their stance with TRCSL, SLT-MOBITEL Group CEO, Mr. Lalith Seneviratne stated, “SLT-MOBITEL strives to maintain a strong commitment towards integrating our expertise in the info com and technology sphere and enable the development of the nation’s progress when it comes to telecom infrastructure and connectivity. As the National ICT and Telecommunication Service Provider, we commend the efforts taken by the Director General Oshada Senanayake and will continue to support TRCSL to lead Sri Lanka towards the next phase of digital revolution.”

Sharing his thoughts on the ground-breaking ceremony, TRCSL Director General, Mr. Oshada Senanayake acknowledged, “In line with our vision to digitally transform Sri Lanka with sustainable and cutting-edge connectivity infrastructure through the Gamata Sanniwedanaya project, we would like to extend our gratitude for the support we have had from telecom operators and all other stakeholders who are working in close collaboration to facilitate this national project. The initiative to establish island wide connectivity would define the success of Sri Lanka’s digital road map of envisioning a digital economy and a smart society.”

The ground-breaking ceremony included a number of segments where a token of appreciation was presented to TRCSL Director General, Mr. Oshada Senanayake by the SLT-MOBITEL Senior Management for his tireless efforts and relentless dedication in guiding the telecommunication sector to transform Sri Lanka with digitalisation.

Airtel bridges digital divide in Ratnapura; completes another tower under Gamata Sanniwedanaya

SLT-MOBITEL extends steadfast support to TRCSL’s Gamata Sanniwedanaya Project

Airtel 4G connects residents in rural Rathnapura under Gamata Sanniwedanaya

Airtel partners TRCSL ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ to boost network in Ratnapura

SLT-MOBITEL facilitates TRCSL’s ‘Gamata Sanniwedanaya’ Project at Ihalagalagama, Ratnapura