The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has rejected recent claims of a major reduction in mobile phone taxes. The authority warned the public against spreading false information on social media.
In an official statement, the PTA clarified that it has not issued any notification or directive regarding tax cuts for mobile phones. The regulator also confirmed there have been no changes in import rules for mobile devices.
The messages circulating online have no official basis, according to the PTA. Officials said these reports appear designed to confuse consumers and mobile phone importers.
No Directives for Importers or Consumers
The PTA emphasized that no instructions or notifications have been given to mobile phone importers or the general public regarding taxation relief. Reports suggesting a tax reduction are completely false and misleading.
Authorities urged citizens to avoid sharing unverified information. The PTA advised the public to rely only on its official website and verified social media accounts for authentic updates.
The regulator also stressed that misinformation about taxes can create confusion in the market. False reports could mislead consumers and impact business decisions in the telecom sector. The PTA reminded everyone that all official announcements regarding mobile phone taxes and imports are published solely through its verified channels.
This warning comes as part of the PTA’s ongoing efforts to maintain transparency and protect consumers. The authority aims to prevent confusion and ensure the public receives accurate information about mobile phone regulations.
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Consumers and businesses are advised to stay updated through official PTA sources and report any misleading information to help curb the spread of false news.
