In a significant move on the political front, a resolution arguing for the restriction of key social media platforms in the country has landed on the agenda for the upcoming Senate meeting on March 4.
This proposed ban, spearheaded by Senator Bahramand Tangi of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), would target key networks such as Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, the platform formerly known as Twitter (now known as X), and YouTube.
In the resolution, the senator pushes for the prohibition of popular social media platforms, expressing worries about their possible misuse against the nation’s interests.
The major goal is to protect the next generation from the negative consequences they may have. Despite potential approval, it is important to stress that the resolution is not legally binding.
Furthermore, it highlights the widespread use of these platforms to spread fake news on a variety of themes, emphasising the importance of such action.
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) allegedly revoked Senator Tangi’s fundamental party membership, claiming breaches of party discipline and refusal to respond to a show-cause notice.
This notification was given to him in response to his reported silence on a resolution calling for a postponement of the February 8 elections.
Access to social media in Pakistan has already been limited in recent weeks, with the government banning X after Commissioner Rawalpindi admitted to cheating the general elections.
Access to X has been intermittent for several weeks, and the social networking platform still loads slowly even when it is available.
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