Nepal Telecom extends free voice, data and SMS services in flood-affected areas
Summary
Nepal Telecom has extended free voice, data and SMS services in and around the flood-affected areas of Bhote Koshi until further notice. The company says the move is meant to support relief distribution and rescue operations while repair work continues on damaged infrastructure.
Key Points
- Nepal Telecom will continue offering free voice, data and SMS services in flood-affected areas of Bhote Koshi until further notice.
- The state-owned operator had already provided 2 GB of daily data, 50 SMS messages and free calls through August 30.
- The extension is intended to support ongoing relief distribution and rescue operations in the region.
- NT says most damaged infrastructure has been restored and repair work is continuing on remaining sites.
