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Detailed explanation-1: -The government on Tuesday announced that it has approved Rs 26,000 crore to erect 25,000 mobile towers in 500 days. A representative for the telecom ministry stated that the project will receive financial backing from the Universal Services Obligation Fund and be carried out by Bharat Broadband Network.

Detailed explanation-2: -The government has approved Rs 26,000 crore for the installation of 25,000 mobile towers in 500 days. According to the Telecom Ministry, the financial support for the project will be provided by the Universal Services Obligation Fund and it will be implemented by Bharat Broadband Network.

Detailed explanation-3: -Steady Monthly income Monthly rentals from telecom tower installation may range from Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 1 lakh.

Detailed explanation-4: -For mobile tower installation, the land area must be at least 2000 square feet. If possible, the home or building should have at least a G+2 storey, and it should be the highest in the vicinity.

Detailed explanation-5: -The correct answer is Odisha. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on February 6, 2022, said around 4,000 mobile towers will be installed across Odisha to ensure that villages get access to internet connectivity. An allocation of ₹9,734 crores has been made for Odisha for the 2022-23 fiscal.