India experienced 60 internet shutdowns in 2024, amounting to 3,160 hours of internet blockade, with economic losses of $322 million, according to SFLC.in and Top10VPN. Notably, 53% of shutdowns were preventive, while 45% were reactive. Strife-torn Manipur was the worst hit, and thousands of students and businesses faced disruptions, losing access to critical services.
India experienced 60 internet shutdowns in 2024, amounting to 3,160 hours of internet blockade, with economic losses of $322 million, according to SFLC.in and Top10VPN. Notably, 53% of shutdowns were preventive, while 45% were reactive. Strife-torn Manipur was the worst hit, and thousands of students and businesses faced disruptions, losing access to critical services.