KOCHI: Now, internet connectivity is no longer going to be an issue for those living in or visiting the district. With attractive features like unlimited connectivity and good data speed, K-Fi is all set to end internet connectivity woes. The free Wi-Fi project, which is being implemented by Kerala IT Mission, has been implemented in 203 places in the district.
According to Arun A, support engineer, district IT mission, free Wi-Fi facility has been provided at all major locations, including Fort Kochi and Marine Drive, because of their importance as tourist destinations. “The stretch from Edappally to High Court besides MG Road also has free Wi-Fi,” he said. The programme will provide benefits like access to various government services and information in a transparent manner, he said.
Arun said, “The service is available at public places such as bus stops, district offices, panchayats, major government offices and hospitals.” According to him, the project was initiated in the district at the time of former District Collector K Mohammed Y Safirullah.
“At that time, the facility was installed at 100 select places in the district. Now, with 203 more, a large area in the district has got good internet connectivity. The numbers might increase if the IT mission receives requests,” said Arun. At present, Wi-Fi hotspots are now available at 1,887 public places across the state, including the coastal area.
According to him, around 90 per cent of Wi-Fi units has been placed in government buildings due to safety reasons. “Only in areas where a government building is not available do we opt for private holdings. However, they fall below 10 per cent. Users will not be able to misuse the connectivity,” said Arun.
BSNL and Quodgen have partnered for the project. “BSNL provides the network and Quodgen is responsible for device installation,” he said. Another feature is that it is traveller-friendly. “Unlike other free Wi-Fi facilities, K-Fi is not tower constrained. So, the user is able to surf or use Google Maps for navigation without any break,” he said .
Major city spots with K-Fi
Fort Kochi
Mattanchery
Samudrika Hall
Janakiya Vaayanasala, Cherai Beach
Children’s Park
Subhash Park
Maharaja’s College
BSNL Office, Fort Kochi
TDM Hall
KSINC Terminal
Court Junction, Kaloor
Kera Bhavan/SRV School
SCMS College
Ration Office, North Railway station
West traffic police station
Ernakulam District Panchayat
KSEB Pallimukku
Ernakulam Boat Jetty office
Heritage Museum, Bastion Bungalow
FACT office
1st Floor Civil Station
Govt General Hosp
Govt Medical College office
Govt PWD Rest House, Fort Kochi
Cochin Shipyard police station
Jew Street