Bhubaneswar: In the wake of a violent clash during Durga Idol immersion in Cuttack, the Odisha government on Sunday ordered a temporary suspension of internet and social media services in parts of the city as tension prevailed in some areas.

In a notification issued by the Home Department, Additional Chief Secretary Satyabrata Sahu said the decision was taken to prevent the spread of false, provocative, and inflammatory messages on platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, X, Instagram, and Snapchat, which could disturb public peace and order. ADVERTISEMENT

As per the order, the shutdown includes social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and other social media services, which will be inaccessible through all mobile service providers.

As per the notification, rest

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