The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government began restoring internet services in phases, starting on August 31, after an extended suspension.

The directive issued on August 30 outlined that Neelum district, including Upper and Lower Neelum, Leepa Valley, and Haveli district will see a resumption of full broadband and cellular data services. Mirpur and Bhimber districts will also have broadband services restored.

In Muzaffarabad, Jhelum Valley, Bagh, Dhirkot and parts of Kotli, services were limited to educational institutions and banks.

Internet services remained suspended in Rawalakot and Sudhnoti, as well as Sehnsa, Sarsawa and Tattapani.

Traders and internet-dependent businesses continued to face difficulties with digital payments due to the ongoing restrictions.

Internet services remained suspended from June 5 amid the  law-and-order situation following the proscription of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC).