‘Internets shutdown’ trends on Twitter following services cut in parts of Delhi amid CAA protests

Though the services were restored , according to a senior Delhi police officer, the momentary shutdown sparked all sorts of reactions from people.

Updated on: Dec 20, 2019, 07:37:46 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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Earlier today, telecom operators suspended internet, voice, and messaging services in parts of Delhi following an instruction from the police. The order was given to curb spreading of fake messages and rumours in the wake of ongoing protests over the amended Citizenship Act.

‘Internets shutdown’ trends on Twitter (representational image). (HT file photo)

Though the services were restored- according to a senior Delhi police officer - around 1.30 pm, the momentary shutdown sparked all sorts of reactions from people on social media – especially on Twitter.

Presently, a hashtag #internetshutdown is also trending and people are tweeting varied things while using it.

While some criticized the move, others were appreciative of the effort. There were some who shared messages from the service providers. A few also commented that this is the first time that a metropolitan city has seen shutdown of the Internet. Some preferred taking a hilarious route while commenting.

Take a look at what people tweeted:

The police, in recent years, have issued such an order for the first time.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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