Sistema Shyam TeleServices Limited (SSTL) that nationally operates its telecom services under the MTS brand has announced that it would offer free WiFi services in Gurgaon Rapid Metro running on the 5.1 Km long six station corridor connecting Sikanderpur Metro station, Cyber City, DLF Phase 2, DLF Phase 3 and Ambience Mall in partnership with Rapid Metro Rail Gurgaon Limited (RMGL).
It would also offer WiFi access on four stations including Sikanderpur, IndusInd Bank Cyber City, Phase 2 and Micromax Moulsari Avenue. This would offer internet access to 30,000 daily commuters of Rapid Metro with 9.8 Mbps on MTS’ 3GPLUS network, said the company. It also plans to provide similar services in other public places including metros & educational institutes in other cities.
MTS has set up 5 kiosks on 4 Rapid Metro stations, 2 at Sikanderpur and 1 each at IndusInd Bank Cyber City, Phase 2 and Micromax Moulsari Avenue that would let commuters procure WiFi coupons and experience the power of MTS network. Here is the procedure to get free WiFi access.
- Visit an MTS kiosk on the Rapid Metro stations and take a free WiFi coupon – scratch the same to get the Activation PIN.
- Look for available WiFi networks on your device – select “MTS 3GPLUS Wi-Fi” network.
- 3On entering any URL, users will be automatically redirected to the MTS 3GPLUS WiFi page, select NEW USER option and enter a valid Mobile Number and the Activation PIN, click the ‘submit’ button.
- Users will receive a password via SMS on the mobile number entered, use password & start surfing the internet.
MTS would offer this free WiFi service for a period of six months to promote the service amongst commuters of Rapid Metro. It has not revealed the cost of the service after this free period.