Only Hamro Patro, X respond as Nepal blocks 26 social media platforms
Summary
Nepal has blocked 26 unregistered social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp after they failed to register under new government directives. Only Hamro Patro and X have initiated the registration process, while the shutdown has sparked widespread frustration among users, businesses, and rights groups.
Key Points
- Nepal government blocked 26 unregistered social media platforms including major ones like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
- Only Hamro Patro and X have formally contacted Nepal's Ministry of Communication to register under new regulations.
- Telecom providers Nepal Telecom and Ncell have begun implementing the ban, causing inconsistent internet access and service disruptions.
- Human rights organizations, journalists, and opposition parties have criticized the ban, warning it violates fundamental rights and harms businesses reliant on social media.
