Udaipur violence: Section 144 imposed, Internet services still to remain suspended tomorrow

Amid the communal tension which flared up in Rajasthan's Udaipur after a class 10 student stabbed a minor boy at a government school, the district administration has announced the suspension of internet services for the next 24 hours which will continue till 10:00 pm on Sunday (August 18). 

The District Magistrate (DM) has also imposed Section 144 as well as issued prohibitory orders to maintain law and order in the city. Divisional Commissioner Rajendra Bhatt has issued an order to shut down internet services in Bedla, Badgaon, Balicha, Debari, Eklingpura, Kanpur, Dhikali and Bhuwana areas in Udaipur for 24 hours from



Saturday.

The time for restoration of services can also be extended as per the need, said sources. However, the lease line services will remain operational during this time.

Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs, Jawahar Singh Bedham, said that the student injured in the clash is being treated in a hospital under the supervision of senior doctors.

"Our priority is to save the child's life. The Chief Minister is keeping an eye on the incident. I am constantly in touch with the district administration. The government will take strict action against the criminals. Appeal to all to maintain peace."