5G services have been active in India since October 2022 and have now spread to major cities and towns. Meanwhile, neighboring countries Bangladesh and Pakistan are lagging behind in this technology. Bangladesh is conducting limited trials, and 5G has not yet launched in Pakistan.
5g network: 5G services commenced in India in October 2022 and have now reached almost all major cities, towns, and are gradually expanding to villages. The situation is different in neighboring countries. Bangladesh initiated limited 5G trials in 2021, but it is not yet widely available for general users. 5G has not yet launched in Pakistan, and the country's economic situation and network stability are proving to be significant challenges for the expansion of this technology.
Current Status of 5G in Bangladesh
The launch of 5G networks in Bangladesh took place towards the end of 2021. The government-owned telecom company, Teletalk, initiated 5G trials in Dhaka and a few other major cities. In its initial phase, this service was limited to select locations and users.
However, 5G has not yet fully reached the general public. High costs of the technology, a shortage of 5G towers, and the substantial investment required to meet the demand for high-speed internet are holding it back. The government plans to expand the network in collaboration with private companies in the future.
5G Situation in Pakistan
The 5G network in Pakistan is even further behind compared to Bangladesh. 5G has not yet been launched here, and trials have been limited to testing only. In many areas, the 4G network is also unstable, making the implementation of 5G challenging.
The country's economic situation and the lack of significant investment in the telecom sector are also hindering 5G expansion. The government has announced plans to launch 5G services in the coming years, but there is currently no fixed timeline.
Neighboring Countries Lagging Behind India
In India, 5G has spread to almost all major cities, towns, and is gradually reaching villages. In contrast, 5G in Bangladesh and Pakistan is limited to restricted testing and trials. While Bangladesh has started trials, it is not yet widely available for general users, whereas 5G network expansion has not even begun in Pakistan.
