4G Modernization completed in Chattogram: Robi Concludes Nationwide Network Transformation

With the successful completion of its 4G network modernization program in the Chattogram region, Robi Axiata PLC. has announced the successful completion of its nationwide network transformation initiative.

The final phase of this large-scale network modernization program covered the Chattogram, Cumilla and Noakhali regions. Through this initiative, Robi has achieved its objective of establishing a stronger, more reliable and future-ready “Giga Green” 4G/5G-ready network across the country.

The announcement was made at the “Celebration of Robi’s 4G Network Modernization in Chattogram” event held on Sunday at Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View.

Under Robi’s network modernization program, more than 3,500 sites across the Chattogram, Cumilla and Noakhali regions were modernized within just 180 days with virtually no disruption to customers.

The modernization has improved customers’ 4G experience by an average of up to 20%. In addition, 10% more people now have access to enhanced indoor 4G coverage. The deployment of advanced MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology has strengthened signal quality and coverage, ensuring a more seamless and superior connectivity experience.

The new network infrastructure has also reduced energy consumption by up to 12%, further supporting Robi’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and achieve sustainability goals.

Speaking at the event, Mohammad Abu Sufian, Member of Parliament for Chattogram-9, said, “Chattogram is the country’s commercial gateway. Ensuring modern digital infrastructure in this region will play an important supporting role in trade, industrialization and smart city management.”

Major General (Retd.) Md. Emdad Ul Bari, Chairman of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) said, “Completing network modernization on such a large scale within a short period is a remarkable engineering achievement. Robi’s investment in improving connectivity will further strengthen Bangladesh’s telecommunications sector.”

Chairman of the Chattogram Development Authority Engineer Belayet Hossain said, “Modern and reliable telecommunications infrastructure is essential for the growth of the digital economy. This network modernization initiative in the Chattogram region will not only improve customer service quality but will also accelerate economic activities and digital transformation in the region.”

Ziad Shatara, Managing Director and CEO of Robi, said, “With the completion of network modernization in the Chattogram region, we have successfully concluded our nationwide network transformation program. This is not only a technological achievement but also an important milestone in ensuring the highest-quality digital experience for customers in Bangladesh.”

He added, “Following the successful modernization of more than 4,800 sites in Greater Dhaka, this achievement in the Chattogram region has taken our journey of network excellence to a new level.”

It may be noted that Robi also completed the largest and fastest network transformation project in its history by modernizing more than 4,800 sites across Greater Dhaka recently.

That initiative delivered up to 125% improvement in customer experience across various clusters, reduced call drops by 20%, and improved indoor network experience by up to three times for nearly half of customers.

The successful completion of the nationwide network modernization program further reinforces Robi’s commitment to building Bangladesh’s digital future.