Manipur Government Extends Internet Ban Till June 30

News desk:
The Manipur Government has extended the ban on internet services in the State until June 30, 2023 to prevent any disturbances of peace and public order in the State, said an official order. The ban was initially imposed on May 3 following an escalation of a conflict in the State. 
“…to thwart the design and activities of anti-national and anti-social elements and to maintain peace and communal harmony and to prevent any loss of life or danger to public/private property, it has become necessary to take adequate measures to maintain law and order in public interest, by stopping the spread of misinformation and false rumours through various social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc…,” said an order issued by the governor.  The ban on internet services in Manipur will remain in effect until 3 PM on June 30, 2023.