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KPTCL to Monetize Dark Fibre
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 10:54 PM
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KPTCL plans to commercialize its surplus dark fibre, expecting a revenue of ₹130 cr. This move is aimed at utilizing the underused fibre optic cables.
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has announced its plan to commercialize its surplus dark fibre. This move is expected to generate a significant revenue of ₹130 cr for the corporation. Dark fibre refers to the unused fibre optic cables that are laid across the state. By commercializing these cables, KPTCL aims to provide high-speed internet connectivity to various organizations and individuals.
The commercialization of dark fibre is a significant step towards improving the digital infrastructure of the state. It is expected to attract various businesses and startups, which will contribute to the overall economic growth of the region.
The details of the commercialization plan, including the pricing and availability of the dark fibre, are yet to be announced by KPTCL. However, the move is seen as a positive step towards utilizing the underused resources and generating revenue for the corporation.
The commercialization of dark fibre is a significant step towards improving the digital infrastructure of the state. It is expected to attract various businesses and startups, which will contribute to the overall economic growth of the region.
The details of the commercialization plan, including the pricing and availability of the dark fibre, are yet to be announced by KPTCL. However, the move is seen as a positive step towards utilizing the underused resources and generating revenue for the corporation.