Back in 2009, the Government of India sanctioned INR 8,098 crore (about $1.8 billion) to develop a pan-India communications network just for the defense forces. This 60,000km Optic Fiber Cable (OFC) network when completed is expected to connect 162 air force, 129 army and 33 navy bases. Last week, India’s Defense Minister, AK Antony, announced an additional INR 5,236...