Internet services have started being restored in phases across eight districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), following a formal request by the AJK government to the federal Ministry of Interior.
The phased restoration covers DSL and 3G/4G services in selected areas, while access in some districts will remain restricted to educational institutions and banks.
In Muzaffarabad Division, DSL and 3G/4G services have started being restored in different areas. In Muzaffarabad district, however, DSL connectivity will remain available only to educational institutions and banks. Limited DSL services will also be restored for educational institutions and banks in Bagh city and Dhirkot.
In Haveli Kahuta, both DSL and 3G/4G internet services will be restored. In Mirpur and Bhimber, DSL internet services will be available across the entire districts. In Kotli, DSL connectivity will be restored for educational institutions and banks, while services will not be restored in Sensa, Sarsawa, Baloch and Tattapani.
Internet services will remain unavailable for the time being in Rawalakot and Sudhnoti. The restoration framework also provides for internet access in selected areas of other districts, with connectivity subject to the conditions specified by the AJK Home Department. The department issued the phased restoration directive on August 30, with implementation beginning August 31.
Heads of educational institutions and officials responsible for bank branches eligible for restored connectivity have been directed to submit affidavits. The undertakings will confirm that the internet connections will not be used in a manner contrary to state interests, national security or public order. The AJK Home Department has also directed relevant authorities to provide DSL/GPON connection details for whitelisting and monitoring.
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