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Internet Shutdowns Data
Bardhaman
| State | West Bengal |
|---|---|
| District(s) | Bardhaman |
| Network Affected | Mobile |
| Nature | Preventive |
| Duration (hours) | None |
| Published Date | 30 Jul 2019 |
| Shutdown Window | - - Present |
| Status | Active |
| Source | Reference Link |
| Description | Internet services were suspended near Hirpur area near Asansol city of Bardhaman district after a Muslim hawker was beaten up by a group of youth who forced him to chant "Jai Shri Ram". The services were suspended to prevent the spread of fake rumours of Hindu-Muslim riots on social media. |
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