Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Pakistan Suspends Mobile Internet in Balochistan Amid Security Concerns
Imagine the internet on your phone is turned off in a part of Pakistan called Balochistan.
The government says they are doing this to keep people safe because of some problems with keeping the peace.
But, this makes it hard for people to talk to each other, do their online jobs like freelancing, and run their businesses.
This has happened before, causing similar problems.
People are finding it very difficult to do everyday things and their work is stopping because they can't get online.
Mobile internet services suspended for three days in several districts of Balochistan, including Quetta and Chaman.
Authorities cite 'security concerns' and 'law and order situation' as the reasons for the suspension.
The suspension has significantly disrupted communication, daily life, and business activities for residents.
Individuals involved in online businesses and freelancing have reported their work coming to a standstill.
This is not the first time internet services have been suspended in the region for security reasons.
- Who
- Pakistani authorities
- What
- Suspended mobile internet services
- When
- For three days, starting recently (reported on Thursday)
- Where
- Several districts of Balochistan, including Quetta and Chaman
- Why
- Stated reasons include security concerns, law and order situation, and threat perceptions.
Government Justification
Public Impact
Reason for Suspension
Government Justification
Authorities cite 'security concerns', 'peculiar law and order situation', and 'threat perceptions' as reasons for suspending mobile internet services, often following recommendations from security agencies.
Public Impact
Residents and those involved in online businesses, freelancing, and digital services report severe difficulties, disruption of communication, and a standstill in their work due to the internet shutdown.
Transparency of Decision
Government Justification
The Balochistan Home Department stated the decision was taken considering the law and order situation, though no formal notification has been issued.
Public Impact
Locals are facing severe difficulties due to the ongoing shutdown, indicating a lack of prior notice or consideration for the impact on daily life and business.
- Region Affected
- Several districts of Balochistan, including Quetta and Chaman
- Duration of Suspension
- Three days
- Services Suspended
- Mobile internet data services (3G/4G)
- Stated Reason
- Security concerns, law and order situation
- Previous Suspensions
- October 2023 (24 hours in Quetta), August 2023 (Balochistan)