PTA intensifies nationwide field monitoring efforts

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority inspected 184 mobile network locations between 22 and 28 October, Business Recorder reported. The latest round brings the total number of sites checked nationwide to more than 900, with visits spanning urban centres and rural districts including Quetta, Swat, Gilgit, Karachi and Arifwala.

PTA carried out the work alongside telecom operators, local representatives and other community stakeholders to identify shortcomings and support their correction. Inspectors reported problems involving electricity and backup systems, equipment, batteries and generators, as well as risks linked to fibre-optic cables and administrative or infrastructure gaps. The authority says its ongoing supervision is intended to improve the dependability and quality of telecom services across Pakistan.