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Imphal, 20 November (Hindustan Reporter). The Manipur government has extended the suspension of all mobile internet and data services, including VSAT and VPN, in seven violence-hit districts of the state for another three days.
It is noteworthy that in view of the ongoing violence in the state, internet services were initially suspended in Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching, Kangpokpi and Churachandpur districts for two days from November 18. Relaxation was given only for government offices and specific cases approved by the state government.
After reviewing the current situation in the state, the internet suspension has been extended for three days from 5:15 pm on November 20 to 5:15 pm on November 23. The order issued under Rule 2 of the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017, is aimed at maintaining public safety and preventing the spread of rumours.