'New Delhi modelled after new J&K': Omar Abdullah on internet curbs for CJP protest
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah criticized the suspension of internet services in Delhi ahead of a planned protest. He compared the security measures to those historically used in Kashmir.
Why it matters
The use of internet shutdowns for crowd control is a contentious issue regarding civil liberties and digital rights in India.
NEW DELHI: Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah on Friday criticised the suspension of internet services in parts of Delhi, saying the Kashmir model had been “exported” to the national capital."Kashmir model has been exported to Delhi. Welcome to the New Delhi, modelled on the New Jammu and Kashmir," Abdullah said in a post on X.He was referring to reports of internet service suspensions in parts of Central Delhi ahead of a planned protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday.Security arrangements have been tightened across New Delhi ahead of the ‘Jantar Mantar 2.0’ protest scheduled for Saturday, with more than 35,000 Delhi Police and paramilitary personnel deployed.
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