India Blocks 16 Pakistani YouTube Channels For Spreading Misinformation Post-Pahalgam Terror Attack; See Full List Here

New Delhi: In a major crackdown, the Government of India has blocked 16 Pakistani YouTube channels, including prominent media outlets like Dawn News, Samaa TV, ARY News, and Geo News for spreading misinformation. The move comes after recommendations from the Ministry of Home Affairs in the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

Government sources told ANI that the blocked channels were disseminating "provocative and communally sensitive content, false and misleading narratives, and misinformation against India, its Army, and security agencies." The decision was taken to prevent further tensions and to curb the spread of dangerous propaganda following the tragic events in Pahalgam.

Here's a complete list of the Pakistani YouTube channels that have been blocked:

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting acted swiftly based on security agency inputs. The government maintained that such online platforms were trying to destabilise the situation and sow discord through "deliberate disinformation campaigns," particularly targeting India's handling of internal security matters.

"The Government of India is committed to safeguarding the sovereignty and integrity of the country against false narratives being peddled by foreign elements," sources told ANI.

Alongside military preparedness and diplomatic efforts, targeting online information warfare has become a key element of India's response strategy, sending a strong signal that any attempt to exploit tragic incidents for spreading hatred and unrest will not be tolerated.

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