{"id":360843,"date":"2023-10-11T09:12:55","date_gmt":"2023-10-11T04:12:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=360843"},"modified":"2023-10-11T09:12:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T04:12:55","slug":"impact-of-internet-shutdowns-on-pakistans-economy-rs1-3-billion-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/impact-of-internet-shutdowns-on-pakistans-economy-rs1-3-billion-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Impact of internet shutdowns on Pakistan\u2019s economy: Rs1.3 billion loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: A recent study by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) reveals that internet shutdowns in Pakistan have significant economic consequences. PIDE\u2019s research shows that a 24-hour internet blackout results in a direct loss of Rs1.3 billion, equivalent to 0.57% of the daily GDP. This disruption affects various sectors, including ride-sharing, food delivery, freelance work, and telecommunications. Dr. Nadeem ul Haque, Vice Chancellor of PIDE, emphasized the internet\u2019s crucial role in modern life. However, Pakistan\u2019s internet infrastructure lags in terms of quality and coverage, exacerbating the impact of shutdowns on industries like transportation and food delivery. The study underscores the importance of improving internet access, especially in remote areas, to empower the youth and reduce socio-economic disparities. DNA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: A recent study by the Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) reveals that internet shutdowns in Pakistan have significant economic consequences. PIDE\u2019s research shows that a 24-hour internet blackout results in a direct loss of Rs1.3 billion, equivalent to 0.57% of the daily GDP. 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