EDOTCO BRINGS DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY TO DELFT ISLAND THROUGH INNOVATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE
The Innovative Multi-Purpose Lamp Pole solution advances equitable access for one of Sri Lanka’s most remote and underserved communities
Delft Island, October 2026 – EDOTCO Services Lanka (Private) Limited (“EDOTCO Sri Lanka”) has recently successfully extended network coverage to Delft Island, one of Sri Lanka’s most remote and underserved communities. Through the deployment of the Multi-Purpose Lamp Pole, EDOTCO Sri Lanka reinforced its commitment to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that connect communities.
Delft Island, or ‘Neduntheevu’,is the largest inhabited island in Sri Lanka’s northern seas, located in the Palk Strait, off the Jaffna Peninsula. As a small island community of approximately 4,000–5,000 people, Delft Island has long faced communication and connectivity challenges. Beyond bridging the coverage gap, stronger mobile network coverage is expected to support and elevate local economic activities, improve access to information, and better connect the local community.
EDOTCO’s deployment at Delft Island marks another significant step in its journey to connect every corner of the nation, narrowing the digital divide and advancing equitable access to connectivity, particularly in underserved and hard-to-reach communities.
Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Gayan Koralage, Country Managing Director of EDOTCO Sri Lanka, “Enhanced mobile coverage is expected to improve access to information, education, healthcare resources, government services and economic opportunities. At EDOTCO, we believe that connectivity is a key enabler of social and economic progress. The project in Delft Island is a testament to our vision of ensuring that no one is left behind, and a reflection of our commitment to delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that connect communities.”
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Karunanathan Illankumaran, Member of Parliament for Jaffna and Chairman of the Delft Divisional Coordination Committee,“It is a privilege to participate in this important ceremony, which marks a significant step towards enhancing connectivity for the Delft Island community. We appreciate the opportunity to work closely with EDOTCO and other stakeholders in bringing improved digital connectivity to the people of Delft. This initiative will create greater access to communication, information, and economic opportunities, supporting the overall development of the island. We look forward to continuing this collaboration in the future and hope that the Delft community will also benefit from further infrastructure advancements, including facilities such as EV charging solutions. I extend my sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to making this project a success.”
Commenting on this milestone for Delft Island, Mr. Nadarajah Pirabakaran, Divisional Secretary of Delft, “It is a privilege to be part of this special occasion, which marks another important milestone in the development of Delft Island. The introduction of this multipurpose lamp pole and the enhancement of digital connectivity will bring meaningful benefits to our community by improving access to communication, education, public services, and economic opportunities. We appreciate EDOTCO’s commitment to strengthening telecommunications infrastructure in underserved areas and working closely with local stakeholders to address the connectivity needs of the people of Delft. We are confident that this initiative will contribute to the island’s long-term growth and development, and we look forward to further collaborations that will continue to improve the quality of life for our community.”
Among the distinguished attendees were the Commanding Officer of Navy Base of Delft, Mr. Nadun Ranaweera, and the Chief Inspector of the Delft Police Station, Mr. Priyadarshana, who joined the occasion to mark this significant milestone in enhancing connectivity for the Delft Island community.
The Multi-Purpose Lamp Pole serves as a modern and efficient infrastructure solution designed to support telecommunications equipment while optimising space and maintaining aesthetic harmony. This initiative underscores EDOTCO’s continued dedication to supporting Sri Lanka’s digital transformation agenda by enabling broader connectivity, fostering inclusion, and empowering communities through reliable telecommunications infrastructure.
