PTA advances inclusive Digital Transformation through strategic collaboration with ConnectHear

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 23rd Apr, 2026) The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) signed a Collaboration Agreement with ConnectHear to promote accessibility and digital inclusion for women and girls with hearing impairments.

On the occasion of International Girls in ICT Day, Chairman PTA, Maj. Gen. (R) Hafeez Ur Rehman HI (M), SI, emphasized that accessible telecom services for differently abled citizens are vital to fostering an inclusive and equitable society.

ConnectHear’s Founding Member, Zehra Dhanjee, highlighted the importance of embedding inclusivity at the core of digital service design and delivery.

To mark the occasion, both organizations jointly released sign language awareness videos focusing on online safety and SIM registration under women’s own CNICs.

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to leveraging technology to bridge accessibility gaps and expand equal digital opportunities. PTA remains steadfast in advancing inclusion for all persons with disabilities across the ICT sector.