Cuttack: In an effort to maintain law and order and curb the spread of false and inflammatory messages, the Odisha government has imposed a 24-hour suspension of internet and social media services in select areas of Cuttack city.

This decision comes in the wake of a violent clash that erupted during the Durga Puja idol immersion procession in Cuttack’s Dargha Bazaar area on October 3, which left six people injured, including Cuttack Deputy Commissioner of Police Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo.

The order was issued by Satyabrata Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government, Home Department. Citing concerns raised by the District Administration in their letter No. 1049/Res., dated October 5, 2025, the government highlighted the misuse of internet platforms to spread provocative, false,

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