Nepal Telecom starts 4G service in Sinja, Jumla
Summary
Nepal Telecom has started 4G service in Sinja, Jumla, after installing a new tower at Guthijyula bazaar in Kankasundari Rural Municipality. The company is also expanding service to other remote and high-altitude areas, including Bajura, Everest base camp and parts of Dolpa and Taplejung.
Key Points
- Nepal Telecom has launched 4G service in Sinja, Jumla, with a new tower at Guthijyula bazaar in Kankasundari Rural Municipality.
- The tower covers wards 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8, and operates using solar batteries.
- The government is prioritizing telecom expansion in remote and tourist areas, including plans for Badimalika temple area and Everest base camp.
- Nepal Telecom is preparing to install 1,600 new mobile towers and invest six billion rupees to improve rural telecom service.
