The deadline set by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for mobile operators to improve network services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi ends today, October 31. The authority had directed telecom companies to address coverage gaps and resolve connectivity issues across the twin cities.
As part of its monitoring efforts, PTA Director General Enforcement, Brigadier (R) Amir Shehzad, conducted mobile network drive tests across several areas. The tests covered Blue Area, Kashmir Highway, Margalla Road, Iran Avenue, Peshawar Road, 26 Number Chungi, Tarnol, and Islamabad International Airport.
The PTA team also assessed network performance along Express Highway and at T-Chowk Rawat. During the tests, the DG Enforcement contacted mobile operators’ officials by phone to discuss service quality.
Following the deadline, PTA Chairman will personally inspect telecom services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The authority will also seek explanations from mobile operators over poor network performance, Brigadier (R) Amir Shehzad said.
He added that the PTA would provide operators with network coverage gap reports. Companies will then be required to address the identified service issues immediately.
The DG Enforcement stressed that providing reliable mobile and internet services remains the authority’s top priority. He also made it clear that the PTA would not compromise on quality of service.
