The Delhi government has extended the mobile internet shutdown in and around the Jantar Mantar protest site until 12 midnight, marking the sixth such order issued in the area over five days.The latest directive, issued on July 24, 2026, requires telecom providers to block internet services within a 1.5-km radius of the protest venue.Previous orders had already restricted connectivity from 10 am to 6 pm, then extended to overnight hours.Affected areas include Janpath market, hotels, and media offices near Connaught Place.Protesters have adapted by using Bluetooth-based mesh networks like Bitchat Mesh for communication.Ground volunteers continue organizing support for demonstrators despite the restrictions, including distributing water and managing heat conditions.The repeated shutdowns highlight ongoing tensions around protest management and digital rights.
Original title: In sixth order, govt extends mobile internet suspension till midnight
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