Nepal Aims for Nationwide 5G Expansion by 2035
Summary
Nepal Telecommunications Authority has released a draft roadmap to expand 5G nationwide by 2035, with urban rollout targeted to begin this year. The plan also sets targets for faster mobile broadband, phased 3G shutdown, and wider 4G improvement.
Key Points
- Nepal Telecommunications Authority has published the draft 'Mobile Broadband Improvement Plan (Nepal's Road to 5G)' to guide nationwide 5G expansion by 2035.
- The roadmap targets 20 Mbps average mobile broadband speed nationwide by 2027, 100 Mbps in urban areas by 2030, and initial 5G rollout in urban centers this year.
- The Authority has asked stakeholders for feedback and has directed service providers to submit phased 5G action plans.
- The plan also proposes phasing out 3G from 2027, expanding 4G, and investing in spectrum, small cells, fiber, and backhaul infrastructure.
