PTA to suspend mobile services in Punjab, Balochistan districts for next two days

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced the suspension of mobile phone services in certain districts of Punjab and Balochistan on April 21 and 22, in accordance with directives from the Ministry of Interior.

 Earlier today, the Punjab government sought shut down of mobile phone and internet services in the province on the eve of by-elections on Sunday

By-elections on 21 vacant seats of National and Provincial Assemblies are being held tomorrow throughout the country.

By-elections: Punjab govt seeks shut down of mobile, internet services

The Punjab Home Department forwarded a circular to the Interior Ministry in this regard on Saturday, recommending the closure of the services in 13 cities where the by-elections are being held.

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