Suspending Internet Service means rigging has begun: Khokhar

ISLAMABAD: General Elections were marred by controversy today as internet and mobile phone services were abruptly suspended nationwide, prompting accusations of electoral manipulation. Opposition figure Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar, known for his outspokenness, led the charge, calling the move a “blatant attempt to rig the elections.”

Khokhar highlighted the critical role of communication for candidates and agents during elections. “Cutting them off is a flagrant abuse of democratic principles,” he asserted, decrying the disruption as “bullying tactics.”

The unexpected service shutdowns ignited a firestorm of criticism and debate. Citizens and political observers expressed concerns about the motivations behind the move, questioning its impact on electoral transparency and fairness.

As the nation awaits the official results of the 2024 elections, the shadow of controversy cast by the communication blackout looms large. Whether these concerns materialize into concrete evidence of manipulation remains to be seen, but the incident leaves a mark on the electoral process and fuels anxieties about its integrity.

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