Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has banned several Indian YouTube channels and websites for disseminating ‘false information and anti-Pakistan propaganda’.

According to a PTA statement, a total of 16 Indian YouTube news channels, 31 YouTube video links, and 32 websites were banned.

“This action has been taken in light of the prevailing regional situation to safeguard national security and protect Pakistan’s digital ecosystem,” PTA said in the statement.

“The blocked content was found to be spreading misleading and harmful narratives aimed at manipulating public perception and undermining national unity,” the statement added.

It further said that the ban is part of continued campaign against misinformation.

India had earlier banned several Pakistani YouTube channels, citing ‘national security’ as the reason. The banned channels included major Pakistani news channels as well.