# Social Media Blocks in India Amid Protests

Social media posts are being blocked in India during protests. MeitY's advisory to Meta and amended IT Rules have shortened takedown deadlines. Users face limited recourse for content removal.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-are-social-media-posts-being-blocked-in-india-amid-protests-explained/article71643710.ece

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#india #socialmedia #protests #itrules

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Created: 2026-10-30T05:44:07.311382+00:00

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Original source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/why-are-social-media-posts-being-blocked-in-india-amid-protests-explained/article71643710.ece