Srinagar, April 25 -- The relationship between people and the internet can vary significantly depending on lived experience. In many parts of the world, conversations around digital privacy tend to focus on issues like targeted advertising, data collection, or app tracking. In Kashmir, however, discussions around connectivity and online access are often shaped by more direct experiences with network disruptions and limitations.

Context and Collective Memory

In August 2019, Jammu & Kashmir experienced anextendedperiod of restricted internet access. The situation was widely reported by international and national media, highlighting the challenges faced by residents - from disruptions to education and business to difficulties in communicat...