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Pakistan experienced a disruption in social media services on Saturday Dated 20-Jan02024, with users facing difficulties accessing popular platforms like Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram.
According to NetBlocks, a monitoring group for internet activities, the disruption affected various social media platforms and mobile networks in specific regions.
On a specified date, NetBlocks reported, “The incident comes as the persecuted former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party, PTI, launches its Virtual jalsa.”
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The simultaneous outage of major platforms has raised concerns about potential technical issues or intentional disruptions. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has not issued an official statement, leaving users and experts to speculate about the cause.
This unexpected interruption in social media services has prompted questions about its impact on communication, information sharing, and digital engagement throughout the country.
Frustrated by the lack of clarity on the situation, users have resorted to alternative means of communication. The absence of an official statement from the PTA contributes to the overall uncertainty surrounding the issue.