Overview
User Information
Technology Focus
Sectoral Focus
Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF)
Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), formerly known as the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), is aimed at bridging India’s digital divide. Established to provide affordable and quality telecom services in rural and remote areas, DBN now operates under the Telecommunication Act, 2023. It funds infrastructure projects like BharatNet and supports innovations through schemes such as the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF). DBN plays a crucial role in enabling digital inclusion, fostering socio-economic development, and ensuring equitable access to communication technologies across underserved regions of India.
Contact Details
Address: Sanchar Bhawan, 20, Ashoka Road, Near - Patel Chowk Metro Station
City: New Delhi
Country: India
ZIP Code/ PIN Code: 110001
User Details
Year of Incorporation:
2002
Employee Range:
501-1000
Category of User:
Government
Sub Category of User:
Agency
Name of Parent Organisation:
Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, India
Website of Parent Organisation:
https://dot.gov.in/
Sectoral Focus
Architecture, Engineering and Construction
Location Intelligence
Geospatial Knowledge Infrastructure
National Geospatial Agency (NGA) Vertical
Geospatial Media and Communications Pvt. Ltd.