Mobile internet services suspended in Quetta due to security concerns, causing widespread disruption during the Eid celebrations.

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Case Update Status

On April 5, mobile phone and internet services was restored in the city of Quetta after three days’ suspension.

Summary of Case

On April 2, mobile internet services were suspended in Quetta due to security concerns, causing widespread disruption during the Eid celebrations. Sources confirmed the shutdown began on April 2 morning as part of precautionary measures. However, authorities have not provided a clear timeline for the restoration of services. The suspension has severely impacted daily activities, with residents struggling to communicate, access digital payments, and complete essential tasks during the holiday. Citizens have urged the government to reconsider such blanket measures, stressing that while security is important, cutting off basic services only adds to public hardship.

Category of Incident

Censorship

ICCS Status

ICCS Divisions: 08031-Unlawful restriction on free speech

ICCS Group: -

ICCS Class: -

ICCS Crime: 08031-Unlawful censorship

Reported By

Business recorder

Date of incident

2

Month

April

Year

2025

Name of affected person

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Action by

Balochistan government

City

Quetta

Province

Balochistan

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Compensation Details

Amount of compensation announced by government: No compensation was announced

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FIR Details

Was FIR registered ?: No

Court Details

Was case investigated ?: No

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Journalist Union Status

PFUJ

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CPNE

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