Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission

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BTRC's official seal.
BTRC's official seal.

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) is an independent commission founded under the Bangladesh Telecommunication Act, 2001 (Act # 18 of 2001). The BTRC is responsible for regulating all matters related to telecommunications (wire, cellular, satellite and cable) of Bangladesh.

The BTRC started operating from the 31st January, 2002.

Vision of BTRC

To Facilitate affordable telecommunication services of acceptable quality for all regardless of their location.

Mission of BTRC

a. Increase the teledensity to at least 10 telephones per 100 inhabitants by 2010.

b. Establish a phone in every village by 2006.

c. Promote ICT applications to support socio economic development.

d. Create an enabling environment and customer choice for ICT services.

e. Encourage joint Public-Private cooperation in ICT development.

f. Encourage ICT applications which stimulate poverty reduction.

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