IT News
Imphal, Sept 15:
The Government of Manipur has announced an extension of the ongoing suspension of internet and mobile data services for an additional five days in Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching districts. This extension, effective from 3:00 PM on September 15, 2024, will last until 3:00 PM on September 20, 2024, as part of efforts to maintain public safety amidst the prevailing law and order situation.
The government had previously suspended mobile data and internet services, including Lease Lines, VSATs, Broadbands, and VPN services, in these areas starting on September 10. The extension comes following a review of the prevailing security conditions and concerns over the impact of internet services on the ongoing unrest.
However, this order will not affect the conditional lifting of the internet suspension in other areas through broadband services, which was implemented under a separate directive dated September 12, 2024.
Manipur authorities have issued strict instructions to all mobile service providers to ensure compliance with the extension and have also requested internet users to avoid activities that could lead to further disruptions.
The extension was authorized by the Governor of Manipur, under the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017. The situation remains under review, and the government will reassess conditions before making further decisions.
