Nayatel has confirmed that an emergency maintenance activity on one of Pakistan’s submarine internet cables is scheduled for October 14, 2025, at around 11 AM. The operation is expected to last up to 18 hours, potentially causing nationwide internet slowdowns during the maintenance window.
According to Nayatel’s official post on X, the maintenance work is essential to ensure stable and improved internet connectivity across the country.
“An emergency maintenance activity is planned on one of Pakistan’s submarine cables on October 14, 2025, at around 11 AM, which can last up to 18 hours. This may cause internet slowness across Pakistan,” the company stated.
Submarine cables are critical for Pakistan’s global internet connectivity, carrying most of the country’s international data traffic. Maintenance or damage to these cables often results in temporary service disruptions or reduced speeds for users.
Telecom experts suggest that users may experience slower browsing and streaming during this period, especially during peak hours. Internet service providers are expected to route traffic through alternate channels to minimize the impact.
A Nayatel spokesperson reassured customers that the activity is routine yet necessary for maintaining long-term service quality and reliability.