Minister Timilsina Outlines Digital Infrastructure Expansion and Service Modernization
Summary
Minister Dr. Vikram Timilsina highlighted government efforts to improve telecommunication services, expand digital infrastructure, modernize postal services, and promote the film industry in Nepal.
Key Points
- The government has expanded 'Fiber to the Home' (FTTH) services to all district headquarters and is working to extend it to all municipal wards.
- Infrastructure for mobile networks in 763 locations is operational, with plans to procure 1597 more BTS and E-Node-B in the next fiscal year.
- Postal services modernization is underway via the Nepal Digital Transformation Project, including home delivery of important documents in 62 districts.
- A new film bill is under discussion, with a shooting studio under construction and funding allocated to culturally important films.
