Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Jagdish Kharel, has directed Nepal Telecom to enhance the quality of its services while expanding its network nationwide. Speaking at the launch of the NT Fibre Student Offer in Kathmandu, he emphasized that true progress in service expansion must be matched by reliability and good governance.
Minister Kharel urged the company to align its operations with the government’s focus on transparency, efficiency, and anti-corruption efforts, calling on Nepal Telecom to terminate contracts that hinder project timelines and to work only with proven, high-performing contractors. He reaffirmed the government’s support for the company’s efforts to deliver effective and high-quality services, particularly in remote areas.
The newly launched NT Fibre Student Offer targets students born after 2054 BS, providing affordable, high-speed internet at subsidized rates. The Minister commended Nepal Telecom for extending digital access to youth, saying the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to empowering the next generation through technology and education.
Kharel concluded that quality, accountability, and innovation will define Nepal Telecom’s role in shaping the nation’s digital future.
