DITE&C and ITG boost Canacona’s digital infrastructure with 100 WiFi hotspots, 240 CCTV cameras and expanded 5G coverage at Partagali Math

His Holiness Vidyadheesh Teerth Swamiji inaugurated the rollout alongside Minister Rohan Khaunte, Dr Chandrakhant Shetye, Kabir Shirgaonkar, Praveen Volvotkar and Shrinivas Shenvi Dempo as Goa strengthens digital services around the Partagali Math and 77-foot idol site.

The Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), in collaboration with Infotech Corporation of Goa Ltd (ITG), has significantly upgraded digital infrastructure at Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math with the deployment of more than 100 WiFi access points, over 200 CCTV installations and improved 5G connectivity around the Math campus. The initiative, launched on November 27, reflects the State’s ongoing efforts to extend reliable digital services to high-footfall spiritual centres and rural pockets.

The rollout was inaugurated by His Holiness, Paramapoojya Shreemad Vidyadheesh Teerth Shreepad Vader Swamiji in the presence of Shri Rohan Khaunte, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Tourism and Printing & Stationery; Dr Chandrakhant Shetye, Chairman, ITG; Shri Kabir Shirgaonkar, Director, DITE&C; Shri Praveen Volvotkar, Managing Director, ITG; and Shri Shrinivas Shenvi Dempo, President, Central Committee & Sardha Panchashatamanotsava Committee.
The initiative aligns with the vision of Dr Pramod Sawant, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa, to strengthen digital access across the State while supporting local economies and community-centric centres of culture and tourism.

While Canacona already had 5G networks from Jio and BSNL, connectivity has been further strengthened with additional coverage from Airtel (Indus Towers) around the Math premises. This enhancement assumes greater significance as the area attracts rising footfall, particularly since the installation of the 77-foot bronze idol.
Speaking at the launch, His Holiness Vidyadheesh Teerth Swamiji said, “I am grateful to the Goa Government and to Minister Rohan Khaunte for ensuring that all digital arrangements are in place ahead of the Friday celebrations. This initiative brings much-needed digital infrastructure to rural areas, and I appreciate the collective effort to support the Math and the wider community.”

Minister Rohan Khaunte added, “The deployment of WiFi access points and surveillance infrastructure at the Math reinforces our commitment to strengthening Goa’s digital backbone. While it will support the immediate needs of the celebrations, its long-term impact will benefit residents, devotees and visitors. This upgrade will enhance the experience within the Math and contribute to positioning Canacona as a key spiritual tourism destination.”
The project is being executed by Infotech Corporation of Goa Ltd, which has installed high-speed WiFi access points capable of delivering up to 10Gbps. Of the 100-plus hotspots, 57 are permanent and will continue serving the local community beyond the festive period. Additional temporary hotspots have been added to manage the expected surge in visitors for the Sardha Panchashatamanotsava celebrations.

A total of 240 CCTV cameras are being installed across the Math premises, strengthening crowd management and public safety. Of these, 80 cameras are permanent. Select units are equipped with AI-based capabilities that support headcount monitoring and identification of habitual offenders based on data inputs from police authorities.
With this rollout, DITE&C reinforces its long-standing aim to extend digital connectivity, safety infrastructure and seamless service delivery to every corner of Goa. By bringing these upgrades to the Partagali Math, the State ensures that both residents and pilgrims benefit from enhanced digital access as the region continues to evolve as a major spiritual and cultural hub.

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