Dhaka, September 2025 – Bangladesh Telecommunications Company Limited (BTCL), the country’s largest state-owned telecom operator, is set to revolutionize digital communication in Bangladesh by introducing Triple-Play and Quad-Play services for the very first time. This pioneering initiative brings together voice, data, device accessibility, and entertainment into a single integrated package, ushering in a new era of connectivity.

Key Components of the Upcoming Services

1. BTCL MVNO – Mobile SIM
BTCL will launch its own Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) service, providing BTCL-branded SIM cards. In combination with Alap IPphone, customers will enjoy unlimited voice calling under specific conditions. The recent update to the Telecommunication Network Licensing Policy has removed all regulatory barriers for MVNO, clearing the path for this launch.

2. BTCL Alap – IP Phone App
The popular BTCL Alap app will be fully integrated with the MVNO service, allowing seamless app-based calling. This will enable cost-effective voice calls with greater flexibility for users.

3. BTCL Jīpon – ISP Connectivity
Through BTCL Jīpon, customers will gain access to unlimited internet data. Leveraging its strong telecom backbone, BTCL plans to extend affordable and reliable connectivity to every corner of Bangladesh.

4. OTT Partnerships – Unlimited Entertainment
BTCL is preparing to partner with OTT platforms including Bongo, Chorki, and Hoichoi at the initial stage, offering subscribers unlimited access to movies and dramas. Negotiations are also underway to bring in global OTT players like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video in the future. This move will both enhance customer entertainment options and help combat piracy in the OTT industry.

5. Affordable Smartphone Access
Addressing the device affordability challenge, BTCL will provide smartphones under a deposit and installment scheme. With a down payment and installments as low as Tk. 500 per month over one year, millions of low-income and lower-middle-income citizens will gain access to quality smartphones. BTCL has already engaged with local manufacturers to ensure the feasibility of this program.

This initiative aims to significantly reduce the barrier to smartphone ownership, bringing more citizens into the digital ecosystem.

Official Confirmation

The development was officially confirmed by Mr. Foyez Ahmed Taiyab, Special Assistant to the Honorable Chief Adviser, Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, in a Facebook post.

BTCL officials have also stated that the formal announcement and media communication will be made in October 2025.

BTCL is redefining itself from a traditional telecom operator into a holistic digital lifestyle enabler. With this initiative, the company is poised to lead Bangladesh into a new wave of communication revolution, fulfilling its vision of making technology accessible for all.