Mobile Internet, bulk SMS services suspended in Haryana's Nuh

The Haryana government has suspended mobile Internet and bulk SMS services in the state's Nuh district for 24 hours until 6 p.m. on Monday, owing to concerns of communal tension. 

Mobile Internet, bulk SMS services suspended in Haryana's Nuh
Source: IANS

Chandigarh, July 21 (IANS) The Haryana government has suspended mobile Internet and bulk SMS services in the state's Nuh district for 24 hours until 6 p.m. on Monday, owing to concerns of communal tension. 

According to an official, the decision was taken to prevent the spread of rumours and misinformation through social media ahead of a planned religious procession.

However, SMSes relating to banking and mobile recharge have been exempted from the suspension.

The official said that measures had been taken to ensure a peaceful celebration of Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra on Monday.

Already, a strict vigil has been imposed on the procession through drones, prohibiting arms, 'lathis' and loudspeakers.

--IANS

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