Independent Report
Gandakha | February 3, 2026
Mobile data internet services remained suspended for the fourth consecutive day in several districts of Balochistan, causing severe difficulties for residents. Areas affected include Usta Muhammad, Gandakha, Jafarabad, Sohbatpur, Naseerabad, and Jhal Magsi. Citizens reported that prolonged suspension has disrupted daily life, while online education, business activities, and communication have been badly affected. Freelancers, traders, and small business owners said they are facing financial losses due to halted online orders, banking services, and digital payments. Students and teachers expressed serious concern, stating that online classes, assignments, exam preparation, and access to educational material have become impossible. Parents warned that continued disruption could harm students’ academic futures. Social activists and residents said internet access has become a basic necessity in modern times, and prolonged shutdowns only increase public hardship. Patients are also facing problems accessing online medical services and essential government information. Citizens, traders, and student organizations have urged authorities to immediately restore mobile data services to normalize daily life.
