Broadband internet services have been partially restored in select areas following a five-day nationwide blackout triggered by violence centred on quota reform protests.
The phased restoration, described as a trial run, would prioritize banking, commercial sectors, technology firms, exporters, outsourcing providers and media outlets, Zunaid Ahmed Palak, the state minister for post, telecommunication and information technology, told the media on Tuesday.
Palak said full internet service would soon be reinstated across the country.
When questioned about social media access, he was unable to specify the extent to which social media platforms would be accessible.
Regarding mobile internet services, Palak said further information would be provided on Wednesday, according to media reports.
