Delhi Secretariat to get upgraded LAN, Wi-Fi infrastructure

New Delhi, Nov 22 (PTI) The Delhi government is working on revamping the local area network (LAN) and Wi-Fi infrastructure at the Secretariat building for an updated digital ecosystem, officials said on Saturday.

The existing LAN at the Delhi Secretariat is over a decade old, which needs an overhaul as it sometimes faces glitches, hampering work. It also requires updates according to the new technology and improvements in internet connectivity, they said.

The LAN refers to interconnected computers and digital devices in a specified geographical location, like a building. The LAN works through inter communication of digital devices like computers with the help of components like routers, switches, firewalls and signal repeaters.

The Information and Technology (IT) department of the government has taken up the project for complete modernisation of the LAN and Wi-Fi infrastructure at the Delhi Secretariat to meet current digital demands, said a department official.

It will provide a robust, high-speed, and secure communication network to support e-governance applications and internal collaboration. The upgraded infrastructure will ensure seamless connectivity for all departments, enabling efficient use of cloud-based tools and digital platforms, he said.

The upgrade will support high-bandwidth activities like video conferencing, improve connectivity, thereby directly enhancing productivity and inter-departmental coordination, he added.

Currently, the Public Works Department (PWD) is carrying out a survey of the LAN and the Wi-Fi infrastructure of the building to suggest required interventions and revamp work, he added.

The Delhi Secretariat is a nine-storey building near ITO that serves as the seat of the city government. Its various floors are occupied by the offices of the chief minister, cabinet ministers, the chief secretary, as well as top officers of different departments. PTI VIT MPL MPL