📈 SLT-MOBITEL Refutes "Unfounded" 5G Allegations, Cites Strong Infrastructure Progress

Sri Lanka’s national telecommunications provider, SLT-MOBITEL, has categorically denied recent social media claims regarding its 5G operations, labeling them as misleading and baseless. Network & Infrastructure Expansion: The company highlighted its ongoing 5G rollout, which now covers 18 districts islandwide, intentionally expanding into rural areas to support digital inclusion. Key milestones include conducting South Asia's first public 5G trials in 2019 and launching the country's first TRCSL-approved 5G mobile router. Financial & Operational Resilience: Despite macroeconomic hurdles—including rising fuel costs, currency fluctuations, and supply chain constraints—the company maintained a strong FY 2025 performance. This was achieved through cost-optimization and operational efficiencies, alongside strategic investments such as acquiring the 5G spectrum. National & Corporate Governance: With a 169-year history, the operator emphasized its commitment to transparency and national digital priorities, leveraging its telecommunications and ICT infrastructure to empower local schools, SMEs, and households. The company also holds international certifications in cloud security, privacy, and environmental management.