Mumbai : The largest mobile operator in India Vodafone Idea Ltd is on a major network modernization exercise in Mumbai metro. The operator is deploying new technologies such as Massive MIMO, Small Cells, TDD sites to enhance coverage and network capacity in the metro city.

Addressing the digital connectivity needs of its millions of customers in Mumbai, 'Vodafone-Idea' has deployed more than five thousand Massive MIMO, small cells and TDD sites across several regions such as Church gate, Prabhadevi, Pali hill, Lokhandwala, Versova, Andheri, Jogeshwari, Bandra and Dadar. The operator has also installed over One thousand 900 dedicated indoor coverage solutions for high rises and commercial places. The momentum of deploying latest technologies to enhance network capacity and coverage for richer customer experience will continue over the next few months.

Earlier speaking about this mammoth network integration and consolidation project, Vishant Vora, Chief Technology Officer, Vodafone Idea Ltd. said, “With meticulous pre-merger planning and rigorous post-merger execution, we have ensured that our customers remain confidently connected and enjoy uninterrupted services even as we integrate and optimize our network in a phased manner across circles. We have partnered the best of global vendors and equipment suppliers to bring the best network experience for our customers.”