Fourteen internet service providers fined for violating NTA standard
Summary
Nepal Telecommunications Authority has fined 14 internet service providers Rs 50,000 each for violating approved service and tariff rules. The providers were found overcharging customers, offering unapproved packages and failing to notify users on time.
Key Points
- Nepal Telecommunications Authority fined 14 internet service providers Rs 50,000 each for violating license and tariff rules.
- The providers were found to have overcharged customers, sold unapproved packages and failed to inform users about package changes on time.
- NTA ordered the companies to suspend unapproved internet packages and tariff rates and provide compensation to affected customers.
- The authority reminded all licensed telecom providers to obtain prior approval before introducing any new package or tariff plan.
