Kishtwar District Bans VPNs Amid National Security Concerns
J&K bans VPN use in Kishtwar over national security concerns
The Indian Express
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The administration in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, has prohibited the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) due to concerns they may be misused to disrupt public order and national security. The ban affects all individuals and businesses in the area, following credible reports of VPN misuse for illegal activities.
- 01VPN use banned in Kishtwar district due to national security concerns.
- 02The order was issued by District Magistrate Pankaj Kumar Sharma.
- 03VPNs were reportedly used to bypass cyber restrictions and access prohibited platforms.
- 04The ban aims to prevent unlawful activities and maintain public peace.
- 05It applies to individuals, institutions, and Internet Service Providers in Kishtwar.
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The administration in Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir, has imposed a ban on the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) due to concerns over national security. District Magistrate Pankaj Kumar Sharma issued the order under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, following credible intelligence that indicated certain individuals and groups were using VPNs to circumvent lawful cyber restrictions. This misuse could facilitate unlawful activities, such as spreading inflammatory content and inciting unrest. The administration emphasized the urgent need to curb such practices to ensure cyber security and maintain public order. The ban is effective immediately and applies to all individuals, institutions, cyber cafes, business establishments, and Internet Service Providers operating in Kishtwar district.
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The VPN ban will restrict internet access for residents and businesses in Kishtwar, potentially affecting communication and access to information.
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