The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has launched an important digital project called “KP Open Wi-Fi”. Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi inaugurated the service in Peshawar to give free internet access at public places.
In the first phase, free Wi-Fi is now available at major government hospitals and public transport facilities in Peshawar. The government plans to extend the service soon to all public universities and colleges across the province. This will help students, patients, and daily commuters stay connected without spending money on mobile data.
Chief Minister Afridi said the project will gradually reach other major cities. In the next phase, free Wi-Fi will be rolled out in Abbottabad, Mardan, Swat, Kohat, Bannu, and Dera Ismail Khan. He linked the initiative to the vision of making public services easier and paperless through digital governance. KP has already achieved 70 to 80 percent progress in this direction.
Speaking at the launch, Afridi highlighted the importance of the internet for youth. “Internet connectivity is creating new employment and business opportunities for young people,” he said. He also welcomed the growth of e-commerce in Pakistan and criticized internet shutdowns that harm businesses and students.
This project is part of KP’s efforts to improve digital access, especially in areas that still lack basic connectivity. It aims to support education, health services, and economic activities.