Internet Connectivity in Gilgit-Baltistan

 

    Until now, in GB, only one organization i.e., Special Communication Organization (SCO) which is a Govt owned entity, is providing 4G internet services. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, countries across the world implemented strict lockdowns where businesses, shops, transportation, and educational institutes etc. were closed. Resultantly, Govt. organizations across the world resorted to make necessary arrangements for working/studying from homes which increased the demand for a strong internet connectivity manifold. To cope up with this challenge and to increase opportunities for the youth of GB, Govt. of Pakistan has also decided to improve the internet connectivity in the region. For this purpose, SCO were given huge additional developmental budget to increase their capacity and improve their services across GB. Similarly, Govt. is also issuing licenses to private mobile operators for staring 4G services in the region. This will help in improving the infrastructure and the people will have access to strong internet connectivity. This will also help open up new avenues of jobs for the youth of GB such as working from home as freelancers and earn their bread and butter in a decent manner.


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