Mosque, mazar, 2 temples: Jaipur sees internet curbs before anti-encroachment drive
Jaipur authorities have suspended mobile internet services for 24 hours to prevent potential unrest during a controversial anti-encroachment drive targeting religious structures. The police are monitoring digital platforms to curb the spread of misinformation and communal tension.
Why it matters
The use of internet shutdowns as a tool for law enforcement in India raises significant questions regarding digital rights, freedom of information, and state control.
Jaipur Anti-Encroachment Drive: Mosque, mazar, 2 temples on JDA list: Jaipur imposes internet curbs ahead of anti-encroachment drive | Jaipur News - The Times of India
The report provides a factual account of the government's actions and the stated reasoning of the police without taking a stance on the policy.
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