The latest data by the National Statistics Department shows that the contribution of the telecom sector to Nepal’s economy has been 1.5 percent. A recent interaction program organized by the Society of Economic Journalists (SEJON) discussed the contribution of the telecom sector to the economy.
After the COVID-19 outbreak, the usage of telecommunication services increased exponentially. Digitalization expanded to a great extent following the lockdown period.
People started working from home using the internet service. Similarly, students continued their studies via virtual class. To support the consumers, the IT sector came up with full connectivity and several apps. As a result, the contribution of the telecom sector to the economy summed up to 1.5 percent.
Source: https://www.nepalitelecom.com/2021/04/telecom-sector-contribution-1-5-percent-economy-nepal.html