Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s internet landscape is undergoing significant changes, with a growing fiber internet sector and a dominant mobile internet market facing challenges in court.
A recent snapshot of Pakistan’s internet users reveals 114.4 million mobile internet users, representing a 53.7% penetration rate among the population, with a modest annual growth rate of 10-15%. However, the fiber internet sector is growing at an astonishing annual rate of 20-25%, with 1.4 million users already on board.
Meanwhile, the Lahore High Court and Islamabad High Court have taken up petitions challenging the sudden shutdown of internet services and censorship in Pakistan. The court battles come as the prolonged interruption of internet services has severely impacted daily life in Pakistani cities, causing difficulties for social media users and citizens alike.
As Pakistan’s demand for high-speed internet continues to grow, the fiber sector is poised to revolutionize the country’s internet landscape. The court’s decisions will be crucial in addressing the internet shutdown and ensuring the protection of citizens’ rights.
