Manipur: The Manipur government has extended the suspension of mobile and internet services in nine districts till December 9, citing ongoing security concerns and the need to maintain public order. The decision was taken amid tensions in the country due to recent incidents of violence.“Extending the internet suspension is necessary to prevent the spread of misinformation and information that could exacerbate the situation. The ban is aimed at maintaining peace and stability in the affected areas,” an official statement said .
Circuits under restrictions
The nine districts under the mobile internet ban include Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Churachandpur, Kangpokpi, etc., which have been hotbeds of recent violence. Government officials stressed that the ban is short-term and will be reviewed based on the situation on the ground.Societal and business impact
The prolonged internet outage disrupted daily life and affected businesses that rely on digital communication. Students, staff, and businesses have expressed frustration at the failed measures, calling for alternative solutions to address security concerns that won’t affect communications.I understand the need for safety. But this long ban on the Internet caused a lot of inconvenience. Online classes and working from home have become impossible,” said a resident of Imphal.establishment of government
Government officials defended the move, saying the ban was effective in preventing the spread of provocative messages and fake news that have fueled violence in the past. “The safety of civilians is our top priority. While we understand the challenges posed by the ban, it is a necessary measure in the current situation,” a government spokesperson said.
Opposition criticism
Opposition leaders criticized the government for repeatedly extending the ban. They viewed the government as having failed to deal with the root causes of the unrest. “Internet shutdowns reflect poor governance. Instead of relying on such measures, the government should focus on resolving the problems behind the scenes,” a local opposition leader said.
What’s next?
As the December 9th deadline approaches, all eyes will be on state governments to see what restrictions are in place. Will it be canceled or extended? The situation highlights the delicate balance between maintaining security in conflict-prone areas and ensuring access to digital connectivity.
For now, residents of Manipur are still grappling with the impact of the ban. This is because they hope to have a solution that will restore normalcy and effectively deal with security challenges.
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