Internet services were suspended in seven districts of Bihar following communal tension, which began on Monday after villagers found several carcasses they believed were of cows floating in a canal in Madhepura district’s Tinkonwan village, the Hindustan Times reported on Tuesday.

The districts of Madhepura, Supaul, Saharsa, Purnea, Araria, Kishanganj and Katihar do not have functioning internet services for the day. Principal Secretary (Home) Amir Subhani said the situation was under control, and that the ban was only temporary and will be lifted on Wednesday.

Madhepura District Magistrate Mohammed Sohail also said the situation was normal, and that the internet services were suspended to ensure that people did not spread unnecessary rumours.