J&K: 2G internet for postpaid, verified prepaid sims extended till Apr 27

The internet was banned in J&K at the time of revocation of Article 370 on August 5. It was restored in in a phased manner across the UT

The 2G mobile internet services has been extended in Jammu and Kashmir till April 27 for postpaid and only verified prepaid sims, according to an order issued by the Home department.

"The mobile data services shall be restricted to 2G only. The postpaid sim card holders shall continue to be provided access to the internet, these services shall not be made available on prepaid sim cards unless verified as per the norms applicable for postpaid connections," the statement said, adding fixed-line internet connectivity shall continue "to be made available with Mac-binding."