Türk Telekom issues statement following '100% price hike' and service transfer allegations

Following allegations that Türk Telekom services would be transferred to two companies close to the AKP, a statement was issued by the institution. The statement reported that news suggesting the services provided by the institution would be transferred to private companies does not reflect the truth.

Allegations of transfer from CHP's Yavuzyılmaz

In statements made by CHP Deputy Chairman Deniz Yavuzyılmaz, it was claimed that the services Türk Telekom provides to its subscribers in four major cities would be transferred to two companies close to the AKP. While it was noted that Türk Telekom achieved a net profit of 21 billion lira in the first 9 months of 2025, it was alleged that this profit was intended to be transferred to crony companies.

Emphasis on "massive loss" and "robbery"

In the assessment made by Yavuzyılmaz, it was stated that transferring the work currently carried out by Türk Telekom's own technical staff to these two companies would lead to a massive loss. It was claimed that the company, which has 6 million 300 thousand subscribers, is expected to reflect a 100% price hike on bills due to this transfer. It was noted that the matter has been reported to the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, and the phrase "This is a robbery" was used.

Allegation of 10 thousand technicians brought to the agenda

In the same statements, the allegation that a letter was sent for approximately 10 thousand technicians working within Türk Telekom to leave their jobs was also voiced. It was reported that a call was made to the board of directors and senior management, requesting that the transfer process in question be halted.

Written statement from Türk Telekom

In the press release published by Türk Telekom following the allegations, it was stated that the claims that "services at Türk Telekom will be transferred to private companies" do not reflect the truth. It was stated that it was deemed necessary to make a statement in order to inform the public correctly.

"No service transfer is in question"

In the statement made by the company, it was noted that it is a common and established business practice worldwide in both public and private sectors for certain operational processes to be carried out with third-party business partners. While it was stated that these practices are implemented to manage services more quickly and effectively, it was emphasized that this model, which is used across the sector, does not mean any transfer of services.

"A model maintained without granting privileges"

It was stated that throughout its history of over 185 years, Türk Telekom has carried out some of its operational processes with business partners competent in their fields. It was noted that these works are carried out without granting privileges to any person or institution, and that current practices are maintained within this framework.

"100% price hike allegation is baseless"

In the statement, it was noted that routine operational activities carried out with third-party business partners do not create an additional cost for the company. Therefore, it was stated that the allegations that Türk Telekom would incur losses or impose a 100% price hike on its customers are baseless.

News Source: 12punto