In a major push for digital inclusion, the Universal Service Fund (USF) has signed a Rs 1.16 billion agreement with Jazz to deploy high-speed mobile broadband services in nine underserved districts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).
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The project is a key initiative under the USF’s mandate to bridge the digital divide and extend connectivity to unserved and underserved regions across Pakistan.
Project Scope and Impact:
- Targeted Districts: The rollout will focus on providing 4G services in nine identified districts that currently lack adequate internet infrastructure. This will connect thousands of new users to the digital economy.
- Strategic Partnership: Jazz, as Pakistan’s largest digital operator, will leverage its technical expertise and network capabilities to execute the project, ensuring reliable and quality service delivery.
- Socio-Economic Benefits: Access to high-speed internet is expected to catalyze development in these areas by enabling e-learning, e-health services, digital financial inclusion, and opportunities for local businesses and entrepreneurs.
Official Statements:
A USF spokesperson highlighted that this project aligns with the government’s vision of a “Digital Pakistan” and is a critical step towards ensuring equitable access to information and communication technologies for all citizens.
A Jazz spokesperson reaffirmed the company’s commitment to nationwide connectivity, stating that such partnerships are essential for bringing the benefits of the digital revolution to every corner of the country.
This Rs 1.16 billion investment marks a significant commitment to reducing regional disparities in digital access and is expected to have a transformative impact on the lives and livelihoods of people in the targeted districts.
