Tech Desk 
Nov 12, 2025
A man tries to use Google on his smartphone amid total telecom shutdown across the country, in Kabul, Afghanistan, September 30, 2025. — Reuters
In what seems to be another spell of digital deadlock in parts of the province, mobile services have been suspended in rural areas of Balochistan until November 16.
Announced by the provincial Home Department, Balochistan's mobile service suspension will engulf only rural regions, while in major urban centres, including Quetta, the service will remain functional without interruption.
The measure to suspend mobile services was reportedly taken to maintain law and order and to prevent potential unrest in these sensitive areas.
Government officials emphasised that this suspension is temporary and is aimed at ensuring peace and security during a critical period.
Urban areas of the province will not experience any disruption in mobile services, meaning residents in these locations can remain digitally connected.
The department reassured the public that the situation is being monitored and that the restoration of services in rural areas will be executed in light of the circumstances unfolding.
