Nepal just dropped a bombshell by banning 26 major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X, effective September 4, 2025, for not registering with the government. The decision, backed by a Supreme Court order, aims to regulate content and curb issues like misinformation and cybercrime, but critics are calling it a move to silence dissent and curb free expression. Only TikTok, Viber, and a few others that complied are still accessible.
This ban could disrupt communication, businesses, and even mental health for millions, especially with Nepal’s heavy reliance on platforms like WhatsApp for staying connected. Some argue it’s about accountability and local tax revenue, while others see it as a step toward censorship. Plus, with users likely turning to VPNs, cybersecurity risks might spike.
What do you think? Is Nepal’s government justified in enforcing this registration rule, or is this a dangerous precedent for digital freedom? How will this affect Nepali users, businesses, or even global perceptions of Nepal? Drop your thoughts below!
This ban could disrupt communication, businesses, and even mental health for millions, especially with Nepal’s heavy reliance on platforms like WhatsApp for staying connected. Some argue it’s about accountability and local tax revenue, while others see it as a step toward censorship. Plus, with users likely turning to VPNs, cybersecurity risks might spike.
What do you think? Is Nepal’s government justified in enforcing this registration rule, or is this a dangerous precedent for digital freedom? How will this affect Nepali users, businesses, or even global perceptions of Nepal? Drop your thoughts below!