1. The Manipur government acts urgently to address escalating violence in the Ukhrul District.
2. Reports of gunfire and casualties raise concerns about social media misuse.
3. Strict measures implemented to maintain peace and prevent unrest.
Imphal, Oct 02: In response to escalating violence in Ukhrul District, Manipur, the state government has taken urgent action to prevent further unrest.
Following reports of gunfire, casualties, and concerns over the potential misuse of social media to spread hate speech and incendiary content, authorities have imposed strict measures to maintain peace.
Fearing that anti-social elements could exploit platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram to incite public outrage and escalate the crisis, the government has invoked Rule 2 of the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017.
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This step aims to curb misinformation, false rumors, and the mobilization of agitators.
As of 1:20 P.M. on October 2, a 24-hour suspension of internet and mobile data services, including VSATs, broadband (IILL & FTTH), and VPNs, has been enforced across the Ukhrul District.
Essential services, such as certain lease lines for the District Commissioner (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) offices, have been exempted.
Additional exemptions may be granted by the state government on a case-by-case basis.
The order, issued ex-parte due to the urgency, will be reviewed within 24 hours. Legal action will be taken against anyone found violating these directives.
