Sindh High Court (SHC) has adjourned hearing of petitions against repeated shutdowns and interruptions of internet service in the country till February 21 on absence of PTA’s counsel, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The court on Tuesday ordered to maintain the stay order regarding uninterrupted internet service across the country.

The court’s order to continue the mobile internet service without interruption is also upheld.

Chief Justice Sindh High Court Aqeel Ahmed Abbasi expressed his displeasure on the shutdown and interruption of internet service.

“If our internet does not work, what will work elsewhere”, Chief Justice remarked.

The Chief Justice also remarked that it seems internet to be fine after the election.

An independent candidate from PS-110, Jibran Basir advocate filed a petition against the frequent shutdowns and interruptions of internet service.

Reporter: Mumtaz Jamali