Internet services suspended till July 20 by Manipur government

Imphal: The Manipur government has extended the suspension of internet services till July 20 to prevent the spread of rumours, videos, images and messages, which could affect the law and order situation amid communal violence in the northeastern state. July 15.
The order came after the Director General of Police (DGP) in Manipur reported ongoing incidents of violence, assaults, arson and gunfights.
According to the order, it is feared that some anti-social elements may use the social media to disseminate images, hateful speeches and hateful video messages on a large scale, which may inflame public sentiments, thereby disrupting peace and stability. There may be serious effects on the peace situation. State of Manipur.
The government said that inflammatory content and false rumours, resulting in loss of life and/or damage to public/private property, and widespread disruption of public peace and communal harmony. Public through social media/messaging services on mobile services, SMS services, and dongle services.
“This order has been issued to prevent any disturbance of law and order within the jurisdiction of the state of Manipur and will remain in force for another 5 (five) days.
This order of suspension shall take effect immediately from the time it shall take effect until 3:00 P.M. 20-07-2023,” was added in the order.