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    Gilgit-Baltistan gets 3G, 4G internet service

    voiceofgb
    February 11, 2018
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    Gilgit-Baltistan gets 3G, 4G internet service

    Residents in Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) can now enjoy 3G and 4G internet service provided by Special Communication Organization (SCO), Radio Pakistan reported on Saturday.

    An SCO spokesperson confirmed the news, saying the internet service will continue on a trial basis and can be accessed free of cost until further notice.

    Internet facility in Gilgit
    He said the SCO mobile phone SIMs for this purpose are available at the organization’s franchises in the area.

    Radio Pakistan reported that subscribers have been asked not to pay more than Rs200 after acquiring a receipt for purchasing the Sim.

    SCO is a public sector telecommunication service provider, established by the government in 1976. It is responsible for developing, operating and maintaining telecom services in G-B as well as Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).

    AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan to get 3G/4G services by Feb 2018

    In October 2017, Pakistan Telecommunication Authority announced plans of introducing fast-paced information technology services – 3G/4G – in AJK and G-B, which it said would materialize by February this year.

    Last year, the number of subscribers of 3G/4G in Pakistan rose to 44.4 million, which PTA expects will rise further.

    The arrival of 3G and 4G service in such remote areas promises to boost commerce, bring socio-economic prosperity for the entire region and also benefit people living along the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor routes in AJK and G-B.

    Pakistan set to outdo India in introducing 5G internet: PTA

    As people of AJK and G-B are heavily dependent on remittances, the 3G/4G service will provide them easy access to the financial services.

    The technology will also boost tourism, the local economy as well as create job opportunities for local people. The hospitality industry and tourism value chain will also improve as it will make online marketing more efficient and effective.
    As transportation in the area is also difficult, better connectivity through modern communication technology is important for its people.

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