National Roaming Service along Makran Coastal Highway were introduced today in observance of Pakistan’s 77th Independence Day by the Ministry of IT & Telecom, PTA, and USF. This innovative effort aims to improve connectivity and public service in Balochistan.
The Universal Service Fund (USF), Jazz, and Ufone worked together to establish the program, which was sponsored by PTA and unveiled in a ceremony at PTA headquarters.
Members of The Authority, Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz, Mudassar Naveed, CEO USF, Shaza Fatima, Minister of State for IT & Telecom, Major General (R) Hafeez Ur Rahman, Chairman PTA, Muhammad Naveed, Dr. Khawar Siddique Khokar, officials from Ufone, and the PTA staff were present at the occasion.
In addition to being a technological advancement, the government of Pakistan has made telecom services available in these underserved areas as a public service endeavour to better the lives of people in Balochistan, particularly those who reside along the Makran coastal route.
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Numerous advantages come with National Roaming Services, particularly in places with spotty network connectivity. The following are some significant benefits:
- Improved Coverage:
Even in places where a single operator might not have strong reception, devices can automatically switch to the best available network to provide reliable connectivity.
- Enhanced Reliability:
Devices have the ability to immediately switch to a different network in the event of a network loss, ensuring continuous service.
- Better Service Quality:
By utilising several networks, users can benefit from improved call quality and quicker data speeds.
- Increased Competition:
Network operators will be more competitive, which could result in improved services and reduced costs for customers.
- Support for Emergency Services:
Guarantees that emergency services can always establish a connection, irrespective of network accessibility.
These benefits make national roaming particularly valuable in remote or underserved areas, enhancing overall connectivity and service quality.