Dec 26, Kathmandu - High-speed internet service has been expanded in Kimathanka, the northern border with China. Nepal Telecom has officially launched 4G service in Kimathanka of Bhotkhola Rural Municipality area under the North-South Koshi Highway from Thursday.

Previously, only limited 2G service was available in Kimathanka, which was considered a very remote and remote area.

Nepal Telecom has stated that the service based on modern technology has been expanded through a microwave (radio) link by installing a repeater on Simbokp hill in Bhotkhola. After the 4G service came into operation, Nepal Telecom's internet access has reached all the municipalities and wards of Sankhuwasabha district.

This is expected to facilitate digital access to communication, education, health, business and government services for the local residents. Locals have expressed happiness over the availability of high-speed internet service in the remote area.

Bhotkhola Rural Municipality Chairman Bangchedar Bhote said that this is considered a historic achievement in terms of development of the region, access to information and border security.