India, July 9 -- The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched a new satellite phone for "challenging environments", adding another segment to the PSU's portfolio.

Taking to the social media platform X on Thursday, BSNL said the new satellite phone was designed as an "ideal solution" for defence, maritime, disaster response, and other challenging areas.

"When conventional mobile networks can't reach, the BSNL Satellite Phone keeps you connected. Designed for challenging environments, making it an ideal solution for Defence, Maritime, Disaster Response, Mining, Remote Operations and Adventure Travel," the government company said in the statement.

The statement added that the phone is priced at Rs.1,34,166, inclusive of all releva...