Bhubaneswar, Jan. 14 -- In view of necessity for high-speed internet for office work in blocks and Gram Panchayats, Odisha Government has set a timeline for completion of internet connectivity project by end of May this year.

The timeline was fixed at a high-level meeting held on virtual mode from Lok Seva Bhawan on Wednesday.

Reviewing the progress of Bharat Net project, Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mohapatra said, "At present time, internet connectivity is a basic requirement for maintaining high growth rate in rural sector. It will help the process in skill development and improve education and health services apart from empowering citizens. People can avail various services provided through online mode. The Gram Panchayats can als...