Andhra Pradesh is set to become the first Indian state to adopt Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) technology, thanks to an upcoming partnership between the state government and Korea’s Khush Tech.
IT Minister Nara Lokesh recently met Eric Shin, CEO of Khush Tech and the creator of D2M technology, to discuss the launch of this cutting-edge innovation in the state. The talks were successful, and plans are now underway to set up a manufacturing unit in Andhra Pradesh for D2M-based feature phones and tablets.
These devices will allow users to access live TV, the internet, and phone calls without needing a SIM card, mobile signal, or Wi-Fi. The technology, developed by IIT Kanpur with support from Prasar Bharati and the Department of Telecommunications, is especially useful in remote, tribal, and forest regions where connectivity is limited.
Lokesh assured full government support for the project, including land, permissions, and infrastructure under the single-window system. He also promised to work with the central government to secure national-level clearances.
During the meeting, Lokesh was shown working samples of a D2M phone and tablet. Impressed with the technology, he praised Eric Shin and his team, which included Jung Hoon Kim, Sarin Suvarna, Shashi Doppalapudi, and Sagar Doddapaneni.
The introduction of these devices could improve access to education, farming updates, disaster alerts, and government services in underserved areas. Lokesh said the phones could transform the lives of poor families who struggle with high mobile data costs.
This move continues the legacy of CM Chandrababu Naidu, known globally for using technology in governance. Lokesh, following in his father’s footsteps, is taking bold steps to bridge the digital divide across Andhra Pradesh.
