Government serious for reforms in telecom sector: CIT Minister Dr Timilsina
Summary
Minister Dr Bikram Timilsina announced government initiatives to reform Nepal's telecom and media sectors, focusing on improving 4G services, preparing for gradual 5G launch, enhancing competition, and ensuring transparency in telecom and media policies.
Key Points
- The government is prioritizing telecom sector reforms, including improving service quality and competitiveness.
- 5G service launch will be gradual, with a focus on maximizing 4G effectiveness for now.
- Studies are underway to identify a third mobile operator to enhance competition in the telecom sector.
- The government is also focusing on media policy improvements, transparent advertisement distribution, and developing digital infrastructure including data centres.
