Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:24pm on 15 Feb 2024,Thursday India
Haryana prolongs the suspension of mobile internet and bulk SMS services in seven districts, including Ambala and Kurukshetra, until February 17 due to ongoing farmers' protests. The government cites a potential disruption of public order, emphasizing the critical and tense situation. The order aims to prevent the misuse of internet services for spreading inflammatory material and false rumors. The 'Delhi Chalo' agitation by farmers seeks to address concerns such as minimum support price and loan waivers. The extension aims to maintain peace and public order, with telecom providers instructed to comply.