ISLAMABAD – June 9, 2025: Pakistan’s broadband data consumption in the telecom sector has reached unprecedented levels, with an estimated 27,897 petabytes (approximately 28 billion GBs) consumed through mobile and fixed broadband services during the fiscal year 2025.
This dramatic surge in data usage highlights the nation’s growing reliance on digital connectivity across all aspects of society, underscoring the urgent need for continued investment in broadband infrastructure.
Both the Government of Pakistan and the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) have emphasized the strategic importance of broadband in driving economic growth and fostering digital inclusion.
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As a core pillar of the ‘Digital Pakistan’ initiative, broadband expansion is considered essential for modernizing the economy, enhancing public service delivery, and ensuring equitable access to digital tools and platforms nationwide.
Since the launch of 3G and 4G services in 2014, Pakistan’s broadband landscape has experienced a remarkable transformation. The PTA has led numerous initiatives—ranging from spectrum auctions and renewals (2016–2021) to spectrum reframing and the imposition of additional rollout obligations on telecom operators—to promote the widespread availability of high-speed internet.
These efforts have yielded impressive results. Between FY2018 and March 2025, broadband subscriptions have surged by 151%, soaring from 58.7 million to 147.2 million.
This growth encompasses both mobile and fixed broadband users, illustrating the rising demand for fast and reliable internet in urban and rural areas alike.
The surge in data consumption and subscriptions signals a digital shift in Pakistani society—one that demands sustained support through policy, infrastructure, and innovation to fully harness the potential of a connected future.
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