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Agumbe's Internet Boost Revives Economy Amid Rainy Challenges

11/14/2025

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Agumbe struggles with unreliable internet due to heavy rainfall and power disruptions.
Mohit P. Tahiliani of the National Institute of Technology Karnataka leads a project funded by the IEEE Communication Society that deployed 100 Fibre to Home connections.
The initiative uses modified Fibre to Home technology.
It has boosted the local economy and tourism via online payments.
The team plans to add 20 more connections soon.

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Story summary

Agumbe struggles with unreliable internet due to heavy rainfall and power disruptions.
Mohit P. Tahiliani of the National Institute of Technology Karnataka leads a project funded by the IEEE Communication Society that deployed 100 Fibre to Home connections.
The initiative uses modified Fibre to Home technology.
It has boosted the local economy and tourism via online payments.
The team plans to add 20 more connections soon.