Nepal Telecom (NTC) has issued an official notice warning that prepaid SIM cards should not be sold for more than Rs 90. The government-backed telecom company declared that selling SIM cards above this price is illegal and urged customers to report any outlets overcharging beyond the stipulated amount.
Key Details:
- Official SIM Card Price: Rs 90 (inclusive of all taxes)
- Included Benefits:
- Rs 10 balance
- 40 minutes of voice calls
- 20 SMS messages
- 300 MB of data
- Action Against Overpricing: Customers aware of any vendors charging more than Rs 90 are encouraged to report such cases to the nearest telecom office, district administration, or police station.
Customer Complaints:
Users have reported paying more than the official Rs 90 price, prompting NTC to take action and clarify the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of its prepaid SIM cards to protect consumers.
What to Do If Overcharged:
If you have paid above Rs 90 for an NTC prepaid SIM card, contact:
- Nearest Nepal Telecom office
- District administration office
- Local police office
NTC emphasizes cooperation from the public to ensure fair pricing and protect customer rights.
