, July 15 -- Internet service providers (ISPs) on Wednesday warned that countrywide internet services could face disruption if the authorities concerned fail to arrest within the next 24 hours those behind a spate of attacks, vandalism, looting, and extortion targeting ISP offices, network infrastructure and staff.

The warning came at a human chain organised by the Bangladesh Mobile Phone Consumers Association (BMPCA) in front of the Jatiya Press Club, protesting the recent wave of attacks on ISP establishments across the country.

Speaking at the programme, Internet Service Providers Association of Bangladesh (ISPAB) President Aminul Hakim said suspects behind an incident in Chattogram remained at large 24 hours after it occurred, leavi...