Why is WhatsApp, Facebook not working for mobile data users in Pakistan? Social media users in Pakistan are having hard times sending media files via mobile data and checking status on other platforms. People remain confused with several conspiracy theories as PTA did not share any official statement on the situation, and cellular mobile operators (CMOs) reported no formal complaints.
Over the weekend, WhatsApp users experienced problems uploading media files over mobile data, although voice messages and video files were successfully sent and received through broadband. Some linked it with Muharram security measures while others shared details about installation and testing of a firewall intended to monitor internet activity.
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WhatsApp Problem in Pakistan
Last week, Facebook faced unannounced restrictions, causing access issues across various internet service providers (ISPs). The status of these restrictions remains uncertain. While there remains a connectivity issue due to rising political differences. Still, the social media didn’t block for a long time. This new scenario is opening up a new discussion: whether the government is locking the internet for social media users?
Well, the silence from the official quarters also creates a challenge in itself. It opens up the discussion on government blocking the content.
