Minister Timilsina calls for global support to rebuild disaster-hit communication infrastructure

Kathmandu, Nov 11 : Minister for Information and Communications Dr Bikram Timilsina has called for stronger international cooperation and investment in resilient communication infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted services during disasters.

Addressing a high-level thematic discussion at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26) in Doha, Qatar, today, Minister Timilsina, who is leading the Nepali delegation, highlighted the extensive damage caused to Nepal’s communication infrastructure by recent floods and landslides, according to the Nepali Embassy in Doha.Nepal travel guide

Timilsina drew attention to the loss of lives and property caused by the devastating Bhotekoshi flood on August 26. The disaster also damaged critical communication infrastructure, disrupting services in several parts of the country, the Minister mentioned.

During the address, the Minister urged the international community to turn existing commitments to disaster-resilient communication infrastructure into concrete and measurable action.

He also stressed the importance of making reliable communication services affordable and accessible to all.
On the sidelines of the conference, Minister Timilsina held a bilateral meeting with his Malaysian counterpart, Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil, said the Nepali Embassy.

He briefed him on Nepal’s efforts to accelerate digital transformation by developing an inclusive and reliable digital ecosystem.

During the meeting, the Ministers discussed expanding digital connectivity, strengthening institutional capacity, building digital trust and enhancing cooperation at multilateral forums, said the Nepali Embassy.Nepal travel guide

According to the Embassy, Minister Timilsina is scheduled to address the plenary session of the conference today. #RSS