Srinagar, May 22 -- Jammu and Kashmir government has issued an advisory for the safety of its digital data and communication.

The J&K administration has released a comprehensive circular directing its departments and officials to adopt standard cybersecurity practices and discontinue unauthorised digital platforms.

The directive comes days after the Maharashtra Cyber cell reported 15 lakh cyber attacks across the country during Operation Sindoor in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack on April 22.

Over the last few days, consumers in Jammu and Kashmir have been complaining about disruptions in several online services and applications that have affected bill payments and revenue services. Even the e-office of the government ha...