Temporary suspension of mobile data, FTTH & Broadband services in 3 districts Doda, Ramban and Kishtwar

Whereas, the ADGP. Jammu Zone, Jammu being the Authorized Officer under the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules. 2017. has issued directions to the Telecom Service Providers (ISP)/Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to suspend mobile data services (2G!3G14G), FTTH & Broadband services in three districts of Jammu Province i.e Doda, Ramban & Kishtwar w.e.f 2300 Hrs on 09.06.2022; and

Whereas. the order/letter under reference, inter-alia, mentions about circulation of certain provocative material on social media by some miscreants which created panic among the general public, and accordingly there was an apprehension that Mobile data services (2G/3G/4G), FTTH & Broadband services would be misused by Anti-national elements, which could cause deterioration in public order.

Now, therefore, upon consideration of the various aspects, as brought out in the material provided by the Authorized Officer, I, Financial Commissioner (ACS) Home. being satisfied that there was absolute necessity for issuance of the aforesaid directions by the Authorized Officer, without obtaining prior approval of the Competent Authority, in the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India. the security of the State and for maintaining public order, hereby confirm order No. 538(TSTS) of 2022 dated 09.06.2022, under endorsement No. JZ/CS/Snap-downJ2O22 dated 09.06.2022 issued by the Authorized Officer, in exercise of powers conferred under sub-rule (I) of Rule 2 of the Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety) Rules, 2017.