The caretaker government in Balochistan has decided to keep the internet service restricted in the sensitive polling booths in certain areas of the province in the lead-up to the February 8 polls amid dire security risks due to a spike in terrorist attacks.
Balochistan caretaker Information Minister Jan Achakzai on Sunday night announced the decision, citing a threat of terrorist activity on the polling day. Taking to X, the minister said that there was a risk that the terrorists might use the social media platforms as a means of communication for their nefarious plans.
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Source: The News International