Summary

Vedang’s agile execution and operational expertise ensured the flawless completion of a large-scale DoT-mandated rural connectivity survey. By mobilising resources at scale, streamlining execution and delivering same-day validated reporting, Vedang not only met stringent compliance requirements but also reinforced its role as a trusted partner in advancing digital empowerment across India.

  • Client: India’s leading telecom operator (reporting to DoT)
  • Project: Coverage & Throughput Survey – Guna District, Madhya Pradesh
  • Scope: 1,697 villages, testing at 5 rural hotspots each, across 3 operators (Airtel, Vodafone-Idea, Jio)
  • Delivery: 36 DT teams deployed, 108 handsets provisioned, complete logistics support
  • Outcome: 100% reports submitted on time and accepted; customer recognition received

The Challenge

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) required a large-scale coverage and throughput survey across 1,697 villages in Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. This was not a routine study; it was a compliance-critical mandate, designed to capture the true state of rural network performance across Bharti-Airtel, Vodafone Idea (VI), and Jio. The project carried zero tolerance for error: each survey had to be executed and reported the same day at the village level, covering five key community hotspots per location.

The scale added further complexity. With 1,697 villages spread across remote and infrastructure-limited areas, the task demanded precision logistics, tight coordination and flawless execution under regulatory scrutiny.

Vedang’s Approach

Delivering on a DoT-mandated survey of this scale required more than manpower; it was about strategic planning and disciplined execution under regulatory timelines. Vedang’s approach was designed to combine agility, reliability, and precision at every step:

  • End-to-End Readiness: Vedang mobilised a 36-member Drive Test (DT) force, carefully balancing experienced professionals, vendor partners, and local hires to ensure speed and scale.
  • Standardised Excellence: Every team was aligned through structured training on survey objectives, G-Net tool usage, and reporting formats; ensuring uniform methodology and data quality across all 1,697 villages.
  • Technology-Enabled Execution: Vedang provisioned 108 smartphones, operator SIMs, and portable chargers, creating a fail-proof digital backbone for uninterrupted testing in even the remotest areas.
  • Operational Backbone: Central coordination units monitored planning, execution and troubleshooting in real-time, ensuring the project never lost momentum despite the geographic spread.
  • Seamless Logistics: From arranging accommodation and transport to mobilising bikes from nearby cities, Vedang eliminated logistical roadblocks, enabling teams to focus solely on quality delivery.
  • Quality Control: A centralised validation unit reviewed every single report, merging data streams into a final submission with zero rework, zero delays.

The Results

The project was not just completed; it was delivered with precision at scale, speed and quality without compromise.

  • Scale: All 1,697 villages surveyed, with five rural hotspots covered at each location.
  • Speed: Reports for every single village submitted the same day, without exception.
  • Accuracy: 100% reports validated and accepted; not a single rejection.
  • Client Trust: The successful delivery was applauded by customer and DoT, reaffirming Vedang’s reputation as a trusted partner for mission-critical projects.

The Impact

By delivering flawlessly under regulatory scrutiny, Vedang enabled customer and DoT to take decisive, data-driven steps toward strengthening rural connectivity and digital inclusion. The project not only addressed immediate compliance needs but also laid the foundation for greater digital empowerment in communities across Madhya Pradesh.