Archive · 31 Dec 2025
VPN Services Suspended in Jammu and Kashmir
In some parts of Jammu and Kashmir, the government has stopped people from using VPNs.
VPNs are like secret tunnels for internet traffic that hide where you are.
The government says this is to keep everyone safe because some people might use VPNs to do bad things like spreading false information or planning crimes.
The ban started in places like Shopian, Kulgam, and Kupwara.
The police are making sure people follow the rules, and some people have already been in trouble for using VPNs.
The government says they do this to protect everyone.
VPN services suspended in several districts of Jammu and Kashmir over security concerns.
Suspension ordered by Deputy Commissioners under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023.
VPNs banned to prevent misuse for unlawful activities like spreading misinformation and coordinating crime.
Police directed to enforce the ban strictly, with legal action taken against violators.
Over 10 people have been booked for using VPNs in the last month.
- Who
- Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir districts
- What
- Suspension of VPN services
- When
- Started on Monday, indefinite in some districts
- Where
- Shopian, Kulgam, Kupwara, and other districts in Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- Security concerns and potential misuse for unlawful activities
- Regions Affected
- Shopian, Kulgam, Kupwara, and other districts
- Reason for Suspension
- Security concerns and potential misuse
- Legal Basis
- Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023
- Duration of Suspension
- Two months in Kulgam, indefinite in other districts
- Enforcement
- Police directed to ensure strict compliance
- VPN Function
- Creates a secure, encrypted tunnel for internet traffic
- Potential Misuse
- Unlawful activities, misinformation, coordinating crime
- Legal Action
- Over 10 people booked for VPN use in the last month