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Social Media Content Restricted in India Amid Electoral Roll Protests
The Hindu2h
THE BRIEF
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Social media users across platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and X reported multiple posts and accounts blocked in India.
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Affected users encountered notices indicating content was restricted under India’s Information Technology Rules of 2021.
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The restrictions coincided with nationwide protests against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and demands for the Chief Election Commissioner's resignation.