| Govt again rejects Jammu’s demand, extends 4G ban till Nov 12 | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Oct 21: Rejecting demand of the residents of the ‘peaceful’ Jammu region , the government on Wednesday extended a ban on high speed 3G and 4G internet services in all but two districts of Jammu and Kashmir till November 12. As per an order issued by Principal Secretary Home Department, the restrictions in high speed have been felt “absolutely necessary in the interest of the sovereignty and integrity of India.” “The Special Committee constituted by the Supreme Court held its meeting to consider the continuation or otherwise of the directions regarding regulation of the Internet Services in the context of the views expressed by security agencies and administration of J&K, especially related to the security aspects, the border security and the concerns on account of public order,” the order, a copy of which lies with GNS, reads, adding, “The Committee noted that the internet speed related restrictions are not posing hindrance to COVID Control measures, access to educational programmes and carrying out of business activities.” The matter, the Principal Secretary said, has been further considered in the meetings of the State Level Committee, in light of the observations of the Special Committee and assessment about the impact of the trial of opening up of high speed internet connectivity.
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