Vodafone Idea has expanded its 5G network reach in Punjab by activating services at the Golden Temple, one of the most visited religious sites in India. The deployment aims to provide high-speed mobile connectivity to support the large number of visitors who rely on mobile networks for communication, navigation and digital services while visiting the temple complex.
The Golden Temple, also known as Harmandir Sahib, attracts approximately 150,000 visitors every day. The complex also houses the Langar at the Golden Temple, considered the world’s largest community kitchen, which further contributes to the daily mass movement.
Such high volumes of visitors generate significant mobile data traffic within a limited geographic area, often placing pressure on network infrastructure. To meet these demands, Vi has implemented a dedicated 5G infrastructure in and around the temple premises.
Rahul Joshi, District Business Head – Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh & Jammu & Kashmir, Vodafone Idea, said, “The expansion of our 5G services to the Golden Temple marks an important milestone in our expansion journey in Punjab. We are focused on strengthening connectivity across our key public spaces, while continuing to improve our public space5. a fast and reliable network experience for our customers as digital adoption continues to grow.”
According to the company, the deployment is designed to provide:
- Faster mobile broadband speeds
- Reduced network latency
- Stable connection even during peak hours
This network densification helps ensure a smoother connection for visitors sharing media, accessing navigation services or staying connected during their visit.
The Golden Temple rollout is part of Vi’s broader 5G expansion strategy in Punjab. The operator has already launched 5G services in several cities, including:
- Chandigarh
- Mohali
- Kharar
- Zirakpur
Vi said further phases of the rollout are currently underway, with additional network upgrades and new 5G deployments planned across other regions of the state as part of the ongoing infrastructure expansion.
