Lahore, Pakistan — In a major digital leap, the Punjab government has significantly expanded its free public Wi-Fi service, adding new hotspots and upgrading to next-generation Wi-Fi 6 technology to deliver faster, more stable internet across the province.
The initiative, led by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority, has seen Lahore’s Wi-Fi hotspot count rise from 200 to 230, improving accessibility and coverage in the provincial capital. Province-wide, free internet is now available at 300 strategic locations spread across 11 districts, including Kasur, Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, Sialkot, Gujrat, Jhelum, and Attock.
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Additional hotspot installations have also reached high-traffic areas in Sahiwal, Okara, and the tourist-favorite Murree, with future expansion plans in the pipeline. So far, the service has attracted over 17.7 million users who have consumed a combined 438 terabytes of data—underscoring the growing demand for public internet access.
While the free Wi-Fi primarily caters to emergency and essential usage, it intentionally restricts video streaming and entertainment to conserve bandwidth and maintain speed for all users.
In tandem with this digital rollout, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has launched a parallel push to transform public education through technology. Government schools will soon benefit from smart classrooms and state-of-the-art digital labs. The education reform also includes a strong focus on IT training, offering students courses in artificial intelligence, software development, and freelancing to prepare them for the digital economy.
The dual-pronged initiative reflects the government’s commitment to building a digitally connected and future-ready Punjab.
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