Manila, June 20 -- Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Friday urged the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to accelerate Internet expansion efforts nationwide, warning that digital inequality continues to hinder progress in education, commerce, and public service delivery.

His call came as the DICT leads the celebration of National ICT Month this June under the theme "Walang Iwanan sa Digital Bayanihan," in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s directive to ensure inclusive digital transformation.

The observance, declared under Proclamation 1521 (s. 2008), underscores the administration's push to bridge the digital divide and empower all Filipinos through technology.

"As we observe National ICT Month, we n...