‘Law and order concerns’: Internet, SMS services suspended in Haryana’s Nuh for 24 hours; authorities cite risk of misinformation, unrest | India News
NEW DELHI: The Haryana government has ordered a 24-hour suspension of mobile internet and bulk SMS services in Nuh district, effective from 9 pm on July 13 to 9 pm on July 14, citing apprehensions of potential unrest and misuse of digital platforms to spread misinformation.The directive, issued by the home department under Section 20 of the Telecommunications Act, 2023, and Rule 3 of the Telecommunications (Temporary Suspension of Services) Rules, 2024, comes after warnings from the additional director general of police (CID) and the deputy commissioner of Nuh. Officials flagged concerns about the spread of inflammatory content and rumours via social media that could incite violence or damage public and private property.In a formal order, the state government stated that mobile internet (2G/3G/4G/5G/CDMA/GPRS), bulk SMS (excluding those related to banking and mobile recharge), and dongle services have been suspended. Voice calls, broadband internet, and corporate lease lines remain unaffected.
“The order is a precautionary measure to maintain public peace and prevent any possible law and order disturbance,” the home department noted, adding that the decision balances security needs with public convenience by exempting essential services.The order warns that anyone found violating the suspension directive will face legal action under applicable laws. The suspension is temporary but reflects growing concerns over digital platforms being used to mobilize protests or spread disruptive content in sensitive areas.Nuh, a region that has witnessed unrest in the past, remains under close watch as authorities aim to prevent any escalation.
