MTS to invest Rs 100 cr for data service in Gujarat

High-speed broadband service, MBlaze

PTI | March 3, 2011



Telecom service provider Sistema Shyam TeleServices Limited (SSTL) today announced the launch of its high-speed mobile broadband service MBlaze in Gujarat.

The company has rolled out its mobile internet services in Ahmedabad, Baroda, Rajkot, Surat, Gandhinagar, Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, Kodinar and Verawal.

"As part of this commitment, the company is rapidly expanding its data footprint in the country. Specifically, looking at Gujarat, it is a key market for us and we have earmarked Rs 100 crore to roll out our voice and high-speed data services across the state," SSTL chief strategy officer Cheenu Seshadri said in a statement.

SSTL operates in brand name of MTS and currently offers high speed mobile broadband services under the MBlaze brand in over 130 towns across India.

"The launch of MBlaze services is supported by network of 8,500 retail outlets and 15 company flagship stores, backed by a customer care set up," said SSTL (Gujarat circle) chief operating officer Navid Rashid.

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