5G in Maan Will Open Doors for Tourism and Communication: Councillor Stanzin
Chushul, Jul 25: Maan, a remote border village in Ladakh’s Chushul constituency, has entered the digital era for the first time since India’s Independence. Councillor Konchok Stanzin of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) announced today that the village is now connected to a 5G mobile network, following sustained efforts with telecom provider Airtel India.
The breakthrough marks a pivotal moment for residents who have long lived without mobile connectivity. Until now, Maan had remained isolated in terms of digital communication, making everything from emergency coordination to basic phone calls nearly impossible.
Speaking from his constituency, Stanzin expressed his enthusiasm over the development. “This connection not only links our village to the world but also strengthens communication across Chushul and nearby areas,” he said. “It paves the way for tourism and opens new doors for the local economy.”
Residents in Maan, who once relied on limited satellite services or had to travel miles to find mobile signals, can now access internet services and stay in touch with family, emergency services, and government schemes. The connectivity is expected to help in disaster management, education, and trade in the high-altitude region.
Stanzin also revealed that another border village is on track to be connected by next month. In addition, a proposal has been submitted to Airtel for the installation of a mobile tower in Kargyam Valley. Discussions with the provider have been encouraging, with expectations that the network may soon reach this area as well.
The move has generated a wave of optimism among local residents, many of whom see this as a turning point for the village’s future. While the terrain and extreme weather continue to pose challenges, the arrival of 5G in Maan suggests growing attention toward border communities often overlooked in mainstream infrastructure efforts.
Thanking Airtel India for its collaboration, Stanzin called the development a gift that brings the region one step closer to the rest of the country.
