Telecommunications disruption in Chitral due to heavy snowfall

The recent disruption in the telecommunications services in Chitral is due to heavy snowfall in the region. This winter season has seen an unusual severe weather effecting telecom services in Chitral. Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) clarifies that its phone service is working smoothly in Chitral however the company regrets any inconvenience caused to its DSL customers facing temporary disruption in broadband services due to prevailing inclement weather in the region.

The concerned area in Chitral is covered in snow and extreme weather conditions are proving to be a hindrance, however PTCL teams are efficiently working to rectify the problem.

It is pertinent to mention here that in order to provide uninterrupted telecom services, the company is currently deploying its Optical Fiber Network in Chitral to bring further convenience to peoples lives by enhanced broadband presence. As the only integrated telecommunications services provider, PTCL stands firm in its commitment to provide quality and uninterrupted telecom services to its valued customers. The company has continuously invested in telecom infrastructure across the country and is currently providing seamless Broadband connectivity in more than 1200 cities and towns across Pakistan.

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