Netizens across Pakistan have taken to Twitter, urging tech visionary Elon Musk to provide free Starlink internet services in their country.
The plea comes as the nation grapples with a Two day internet suspension following widespread protests triggered by the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. With internet access disrupted, citizens have turned to social media to bring attention to their plight and seek alternative solutions.
However, In another news Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) recently announced that Starlink has not obtained the necessary license to operate in Pakistan. In response, PTA has advised the public to avoid placing prebooking orders on Starlink’s website.
Presently, Starlink has deployed approximately 2,000 satellites into Earth’s orbit and serves a customer base exceeding 10,000 in 14 countries. While the company strives to expand its operations to other nations, competitors have swiftly engaged in lobbying efforts with various governments.
Netizens in Pakistan hope Elon Musk considers their request for free Starlink internet, bringing limitless connectivity.
