CHENNAI: Free Wi-Fi facilities in 44 locations across Marina Beach, Besant Nagar Beach and Secretariat Park were restored on Monday, making them available for public use after remaining non-functional for some time.Greater Chennai Corporation restored the facilities following instructions from the Tamil Nadu govt as part of efforts to expand access to digital services and improve connectivity at popular public spaces.Of the 44 locations, 27 are along Marina Beach, between the Labour Statue and Lighthouse, five are at Besant Nagar Beach and 12 are at Secretariat Park.To access the service, users can switch on Wi-Fi on their mobile phones, select the available network and scan the QR code displayed. They then have to enter the OTP sent to their mobile number to establish the connection. The service is free.Officials said steps are also being taken to restore non-functional Wi-Fi facilities and install new ones at other crowded public spaces, including beaches, parks and sports grounds.
