Telcos call for uninterrupted power supply

Telecom operators yesterday urged the government to ensure uninterrupted power in several areas in the southern coastal region in order to keep telecommunication services unaffected amid tropical cyclone Sitrang. 

"Due to the powerful cyclone Sitrang, we have experienced power outages in several areas in the southern part of the country," said the Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB) in a press release. Mobile operators are trying their best to keep the network up and running by using batteries and generators wherever possible, it said.

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"Considering telecom service as an emergency public service, we urge the Power Division and other authorities concerned to ensure uninterrupted power," it added.

"We have completed all necessary preparation to fully restore our network as soon as the electricity supply resumes," said Shahed Alam, chief corporate and regulatory officer of Robi Axiata.

Grameenphone said its customers would be able to dial 999 for free for any emergency support.