Kill Switch 2023 Timeline

Date: 9th May, 2023 Location: Major cities of Pakistan Event: Protest across the country after the arrest of Imran Khan Description: A countrywide protest erupted after the arrest of Imran Khan in afternoon and major cities witnessing crowds on the road. To control the law and order situation, internet services have been suspended in major cities of Pakistan. Source: ARY News

Date: 12th April, 2023 Event: Youm-e-Ali Description: The martyrdom of Hazrat Ali is considered a tragic event in Islamic history, and it is commemorated by many Muslim with sorrow, grief, and reflection. On Youm-e-Ali, Muslims may participate in mourning gatherings, recite elegies, deliver sermons, and engage in acts of charity in memory of Hazrat Ali. Some Muslims may also fast, perform prayers, and engage in acts of self-reflection and repentance as a way to honor Hazrat Ali's sacrifice and seek closeness to Allah. Due to avoid law and order situation, government suspended mobile services in parts of Karachi. Source: Locals

Date: 15th March, 2023 Location: Zaman Park and surroundings, Lahore Reason: Imran Khan arrest Description: Police made multiple attempts to storm into the ex-PM's Lahore residence, but were stopped by his supporters. Khan's supporters pelted stones at the police, who responded by firing tear gas at the crowd. To control the situation, cellular services have been suspended in the vicinity of Zaman Park.

Location: Pakistan Date: 24th January, 2023 Timing: 7 am - 8:00 pm Reason: Countrywide power shutdown Description: Due to power shutdown across the country, users have been facing disruption in cellular and broadband services across the country Source: https://twitter.com/PTAofficialpk/status/1617539301692301312 https://twitter.com/PTCLOfficial/status/1617501961741570049