PTA Completes Nationwide Survey of Fixed-Line Broadband Services
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority assessed service quality in major cities and Gilgit-Baltistan for the third quarter of 2026 and is directing operators to take corrective measures.
PTA has completed its Q3 2026 survey of fixed-line broadband quality in major cities and Gilgit-Baltistan and is directing operators to improve service.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has completed a survey of fixed-line broadband quality in major cities and Gilgit-Baltistan for the third quarter of 2026. The PTA completed the survey on Wednesday.
What the Survey Assessed
Providers were measured against prescribed standards, including network availability, data speeds and other technical indicators. The PTA also reviewed bandwidth utilisation, data transmission speeds and the actual quality of service delivered to consumers.
Follow-Up
The survey identified areas that need improvement, and operators where deficiencies were found are being directed to take corrective measures. The PTA reaffirmed its commitment to better, reliable fixed-line broadband, which it describes as a priority.
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