Airtel further stated that it had been serving customers in Andaman and Nicobar Islands since 2005 becoming the first private operator to launch its mobile services in the Islands back then. Airtel is looking to further strengthen its bond with the customers on the Islands with the launch of the 'Ultra-Fast 4G' network. Sunil Bharti Mittal, Chairman, Bharti Airtel said, "The new fiber link marks a major milestone in India's digital transformation journey as this critical infrastructure reaches the strategic archipelago. We are grateful to the Hon'ble Prime Minister for taking the time to launch this key digital infrastructure. The fiber link will be a game changer for the region and unlock the true potential of 4G and even 5G in future for customers. Airtel remains fully committed to the Government's vision of Digital India.