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Pakistan continues to grapple with internet disruptions as the popular social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, remains inaccessible for the second consecutive day, with NetBlocks reporting a 24-hour restriction on Sunday. Users across the country faced significant difficulties accessing the microblogging site, marking the longest in a series of countrywide internet outages.
NetBlocks, a cyber security watchdog, highlighted the ongoing restriction on X/Twitter in Pakistan, noting that metrics showed a continuous blockage for a full day, exacerbating concerns over internet accessibility in the region. This extended outage comes amidst intermittent issues reported since Saturday, further underscoring the challenges faced by users attempting to connect to the platform.
Earlier data from Downdetector indicated a surge in reports of potential issues on X across the country, with at least 83 reports recorded at one point, reflecting the widespread impact of the platform’s inaccessibility on Pakistani users.
Users attempting to access X encountered error messages such as “this site can’t be reached,” adding to frustrations over the prolonged outage. The situation has drawn criticism from netizens, who expressed dismay over the prolonged disruption and its implications for communication and information dissemination.
The internet and social media outages in Pakistan have become increasingly frequent, particularly in recent months amid the ongoing situation following the general elections of 2024. Complaints regarding connectivity issues have been mounting, with users experiencing difficulties accessing various platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Google services, and internet service provider PTCL.
Notably, X experienced global outages in May 2023, prompting widespread concern and frustration among users worldwide. The recurrence of similar disruptions underscores the need for robust infrastructure and measures to ensure uninterrupted access to vital communication channels in Pakistan. As users await resolution, questions remain regarding the root cause of these persistent outages and the steps needed to mitigate future disruptions.
