Government blocked 28,000-plus URLs in 2024, highest number on these social media platforms

The Indian government has blocked a record number of URLs on social media platforms in 2024. According to a report by Indian Express, over 28,000 URLs were deemed problematic and were blocked by authorities. The blocked content reportedly included URLs linked to pro-Khalistan separatist movements, hate speech, and content deemed a threat to national security and public order. The specific criteria for blocking content fall under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, which empowers the government to restrict access to information it believes is detrimental to the country.