Internet disruption in Pakistan: LHC seeks reply from federal govt

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Saturday sought reply from the federal government Ministry of Information and Technology. Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on a petition challenging disruption in internet disruption services across Pakistan.
Justice Shakeel Ahmed announced the reserved verdict
“All respondents are directed to submit reply on next date of hearing,” the court directed.
The court put off further hearing until August 21.
Sarwar, a local citizen, had filed the petition and submitted that. The internet and social media applications were shut down in the country without the authorities’  giving any notice or reason.
“Businesses and every sphere of life are being affected because of the internet disruption. Shutting down the internet is also a violation of fundamental rights,” said the petitioner .
It also demanded revocation of the federal government’s “decision” to shut down the internet.
He prayed the court to issue orders to fully and immediately restore the internet countrywide.
Meanwhile, the Wireless and Internet Service Providers Association of Pakistan (WISPAP) has blamed the phenomenon on increased security and surveillance whose adverse repercussions might lead to severe economic repercussions.