Lahore,News Reporter, The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has cut the cables of over 30 internet and mobile phone companies. According to LESCO sources, the internet companies were using electricity poles without permission, which prompted the action. All of the companies’ cables have been completely cut.
Sources from the affected companies said that millions of rupees worth of cables were cut in the dark of night. They added that they had held negotiations with LESCO officials, but they still cut the cables, causing significant damage to internet users. The companies’ sources further stated that this type of action would lead to a further decline in foreign investment in the country and would cause severe financial losses to the companies.
Local Internet Users Left in the Dark
The move has left countless internet users in the lurch, with many experiencing disruptions in their services. The suddenness of the action and the lack of prior warning have drawn criticism from consumers and industry experts alike.
Potential Impact on Foreign Investment
Concerns have been raised about the potential impact of this action on foreign investment in Pakistan. Industry analysts suggest that such measures create an environment of uncertainty and could deter foreign companies from investing in the country’s telecommunications sector.
LESCO’s Response
LESCO officials have stated that the action was taken due to the unauthorized use of electricity poles by internet companies. They emphasized that the companies had been notified about the issue but failed to take corrective measures, leaving LESCO with no choice but to cut the cables.
Uncertainty Looms Over Internet Services
The future of internet services in the affected areas remains uncertain as companies scramble to restore connectivity. The incident has highlighted the need for clearer regulations and better communication between utility companies and telecommunication service providers to prevent such disruptions in the future.
Experts Call for Dialogue and Cooperation
Industry experts are calling for a constructive dialogue between LESCO and internet companies to resolve the issue amicably and ensure uninterrupted internet services for consumers. They stressed the importance of cooperation and adherence to regulations to foster a healthy and sustainable telecommunications sector in Pakistan.
The incident has raised concerns about the future of the internet and mobile phone industry in Pakistan and the impact on consumers. It remains to be seen how the situation will unfold and what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
