Syed Ali Shah: Internet services remained suspended for the third consecutive day in Balochistan on Monday as authorities imposed heightened security measures following terrorist attacks.
Officials said mobile data and broadband services were shut down as a precautionary security measure, affecting daily life across Quetta and other sensitive districts. The prolonged internet outage has disrupted online education, digital businesses, banking transactions, and routine communication, adding to public frustration.
Security across the provincial capital was placed on high alert, with additional checkpoints established, patrols intensified, and law enforcement personnel deployed at key locations. Several major roads inside Quetta were blocked, causing traffic congestion and restricting movement near sensitive installations.
Railway authorities also suspended train services connecting Balochistan with other parts of the country due to security concerns. The halt in rail operations has left passengers stranded and delayed the transportation of goods.
Law enforcement agencies said the measures were temporary and aimed at preventing further attacks and ensuring public safety. However, residents and business owners have urged the government to restore internet and transport services at the earliest, warning that extended shutdowns are hurting economic activity and deepening public hardship in the province.
