The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the suspension of internet services to 20 police stations in seven districts of Punjab. This expansion comes after the earlier suspension of services in 11 police stations in three districts. The new orders will be in effect until midnight on February 24.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has expressed his disapproval of the Centre’s decision to suspend internet services. He has taken up the matter and requested the revocation of the suspension. The Chief Minister’s stance reflects the concern over the impact of the internet suspension on communication and access to information for the people of Punjab.
The decision to expand the internet suspension comes in the wake of the Bharat Bandh call by farmer unions on February 15. The Ministry of Home Affairs had initially ordered the suspension of telecom services in Shutrana, Khanauri, and Fatehgarh Sahib in Punjab in response to the call for a nationwide strike.
The extension of the internet suspension to more police stations in Punjab highlights the ongoing tension and security concerns in the state. As the situation continues to unfold, there is a need for dialogue and proactive measures to address the underlying issues and ensure the welfare of the people. The impact of the internet suspension on daily life, businesses, and communication networks underscores the significance of finding a balanced approach to maintaining security while upholding the rights and well-being of the citizens.
