By Admin 
After a long 7-month suspension, the social media platform X (Twitter) is once again accessible in Pakistan. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has confirmed to the Sindh High Court that the official letter enforcing the ban in February has been officially withdrawn.
During the court session, PTA’s legal counsel clarified the government’s decision, stating that the ban on the social media platform has been lifted. While access to Twitter has been restored, it is still unclear if the ban has been removed permanently or if additional restrictions may be imposed in the future. Further hearings have been scheduled within two weeks to review the remaining petitions regarding Twitter’s suspension.
The initial ban was imposed in February when a senior official raised allegations of election interference. On February 8, as Pakistan’s general elections approached, citizens faced widespread disruptions on major social media platforms. The government attributed these disruptions to technical issues. However, the interim administration enforced a complete internet shutdown on election day, citing anti-terrorism measures.
Even after the elections, many users continued to face occasional issues accessing Twitter, raising questions about the government’s actions and whether they infringed on citizens’ constitutional rights. Critics argued that such measures violated key articles of Pakistan’s Constitution, including Article 19-A (Right to Information), Article 19 (Freedom of Speech), and Article 17 (Freedom of Association). The shutdown was widely criticized for hindering the democratic process and restricting the flow of vital information during a critical period for the nation.