Delhi suspends internet, shuts metro stations ahead of protest
India's Ministry of Home Affairs ordered a 24-hour mobile internet suspension in Delhi as authorities closed metro stations, cancelled trains and shut markets ahead of a youth protest demanding the resignation of the country's chief election officer.
What happened
The Ministry of Home Affairs approved a 24-hour suspension of mobile internet services in New Delhi amid ongoing protests.13
Central Delhi was sealed on Saturday, October 10, ahead of a youth protest demanding the resignation of India's chief election officer.2
Authorities shut 57 metro stations, cancelled several long-distance trains, and closed markets in addition to suspending mobile internet.2
Key points
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported the government's stated justification for the internet suspension beyond referencing the protest.
- None of the outlets reviewed reported the size of the protest or the number of participants.
- None of the outlets reviewed reported whether the protest went ahead despite the shutdowns, or its outcome.
Why it matters
The protest was linked to demands for the resignation of India's chief election officer, according to one outlet.2
Sources (3)
Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.
South Asia
- 1Inc42INPrivate
Govt Orders Suspension Of Internet Services in New Delhi Amid Protests
- 3The Economic TimesINPrivate
Southeast Asia
- 2CNASGState-controlled
Delhi shuts metro stations and internet before protest over election chief