Last Updated: 17 Oct 2025

Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access network Interface (PM-WANI)

Launched in 2020, the scheme aims to expand broadband access through public Wi-Fi networks. It seeks to accelerate internet proliferation and connectivity across India.

  • Purpose: To set up Public Wi-Fi Networks to accelerate proliferation of Broadband Internet services.
  • Launch: By Department of Telecommunication in 2020.
Infographic showing PM-WANI Scheme ecosystem with four components - Public Data Office (PDO) establishing WANI-compliant Wi-Fi, Public Data Office Aggregator (PDOA) managing authorization and accounting, Central Registry maintaining App Provider details, and App Provider developing apps for user registration and hotspot discovery.
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