The Ministry of Minister’s free Wi-Fi service has been expanded to several areas over Punjab, including Lahore. The number of free Wi-Fi hotspots in Lahore has increased from 200 to 230, and the service has now been upgraded to the latest Wi-Fi 6 technology.
According to a spokesman, the transition to Wi-Fi 6-technology will provide users with faster and more stable internet service. Safe Cities Authority offers free Wi-Fi at 300 locations in 11 districts in Punjab.
This service is currently active in Lahore, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Gujrat, Jhelum and Attock, with residents of Sahiwal, Okara and Murree, who also benefit from the service in key spaces. The spokesman for safe cities confirmed that the free Wi-Fi service will soon be expanded throughout the province.
So far, over 17.7 million users have access to the service with a total of 438 terabyte data used. Residents have expressed satisfaction and noted that the service has made their daily activities easier.
The spokesman also clarified that the Free Wi-Fi service is intended for emergency and will not be available for video streaming or entertainment purposes. Following orders from Chief Minister of Punjab, efforts are underway to transform the province into a digital hub.
Previously, Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz revealed ambitious plans to upgrade the province’s government schools with smart classrooms and digital laboratories, marking a step towards integrating modern technology into traditional education.
When he spoke on Digital Learning Day, Chief Minister Maryam emphasized that in today’s world technological progress and education go hand in hand.
“Development is now linked to technology, and Punjab’s youth must be equipped with the skills required to meet the demands of the modern world,” she said.
The Minister of the Minister highlighted the government’s efforts to create opportunities for students to adapt to international market requirements, specifically through the introduction of advanced IT training programs.
As part of these efforts, Punjab students give access to international standard IT courses, including artificial intelligence (AI), software development and freelancing.
