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VPN services temporarily restricted in Ganderbal for security reasons

Ganderbal, Jan 1, KNT: Ganderbal Police on Wednesday issued an important public advisory announcing temporary restrictions on the use of Virtual Private Network services across the district with immediate effect.

According to the advisory, the restriction has been imposed in compliance with directions issued by the District Magistrate, Ganderbal, vide Order No. DCG/ADC-PS/2025/2959 dated December 31, 2025. The order mandates a temporary suspension of VPN usage as a precautionary and preventive measure.

Police officials said the decision has been taken in the interest of public safety, cyber security, and maintenance of law and order in the district. The restriction aims to prevent any potential misuse of VPN services that could hinder lawful monitoring mechanisms or pose risks to overall security.

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The general public has been strongly advised to strictly adhere to the directions and refrain from using VPN services on all digital platforms and devices during the period of restriction. Police cautioned that any violation of the order will invite strict legal action under relevant provisions of law.

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Ganderbal Police appealed to inhabitants to extend full cooperation to the administration and act responsibly in the larger interest of peace, security, and public welfare of the district. [KNT]

 

 

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