News Desk
Amidst the serene backdrop of the Maldives, visitors and locals alike find themselves immersed not only in natural beauty but also in a realm of exceptional connectivity. At the forefront of this digital landscape stands Dhiraagu, the Maldives’ leading telecommunications provider, celebrated once again for its unmatched network speed.
For the third consecutive year, Dhiraagu has been lauded by Ookla as the ‘Fastest Mobile Network in the Maldives,’ as announced by Ismail Rasheed, CEO and Managing Director of Dhiraagu. The recognition, bestowed at the prestigious Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering superior service and quality in the telecommunications sphere.
“It is my pleasure to convey the exciting news to our customers, that for the third consecutive year, Dhiraagu has been recognised by Ookla as the ‘Fastest Mobile Network in the Maldives.’ This demonstrates our team’s commitment to providing our customers with the best service, quality, and experience. We congratulate and thank our customers for being on the ‘Maldives’ Fastest Mobile Network,’” stated Ismail Rasheed, CEO and Managing Director of Dhiraagu.
Dhiraagu’s remarkable achievement stems from its impressive speed score of 85.63, boasting median download speeds of 74.32 Mbps and median upload speeds of 17.50 Mbps, coupled with a median latency of 18 ms. This recognition by Ookla is based on a rigorous evaluation of over 12,000 user-initiated tests conducted across all major mobile carriers in the Maldives, utilizing the Speedtest iOS and Android mobile apps.
The Speed Score methodology employed by Ookla reflects Dhiraagu’s dedication to providing consistent and reliable network performance. By incorporating download and upload speeds, with a weighted emphasis on the speeds most commonly experienced by customers, Dhiraagu’s exceptional network performance resonates throughout the Maldives.
Beyond accolades, Dhiraagu’s impact extends to every corner of the Maldives, with 100 percent 4G mobile coverage in 187 islands and 5G services reaching half the population. This commitment to connectivity transcends geographical barriers, ensuring even the most remote communities remain linked to the global sphere.
As Dhiraagu commemorates its 35th anniversary, the company remains steadfast in its mission to innovate and enhance communication services for its customers. In a world where connectivity is paramount, Dhiraagu stands as a beacon, bridging distances and empowering individuals to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Every day, Ookla’s network testing applications drive over 11 million unique tests, affirming its global dominance in broadband and mobile network assessment. As stated on the company’s website, from its Seattle headquarters, Ookla provides unparalleled data and analysis, empowering users to refine network performance with utmost precision and reliability.
