The Modi government has closed the YouTube channel of GTV News in India due to extensive coverage of the Pahalgam false flag operation. The decision came after GTV News extensively covered the controversial Pahalgam false flag operation, which the outlet claimed exposed sensitive realities about the situation in Kashmir.
According to sources, the Modi-led administration was not pleased with the channel’s reporting, which challenged the official narrative surrounding the operation. GTV News claims that its coverage highlighted inconsistencies and provided facts that countered India’s position, particularly in how events were portrayed internationally.
The shutdown of the YouTube channel in India has sparked concerns over freedom of the press and digital censorship. Critics argue that the Indian government is silencing voices that present opposing viewpoints, especially those that shed light on Kashmir-related issues from a Pakistani perspective.
GTV News has strongly condemned the move, calling it an attempt to hide the truth and restrict information flow. The channel insists that its reports were factual and aimed at uncovering the ground realities in conflict areas. It also pointed out that the coverage was part of its duty as a media outlet to hold powerful entities accountable.
This incident is not the first time that digital platforms have been blocked or restricted in India for political reasons. Media experts say such actions reflect increasing pressure on independent journalism and raise questions about India’s commitment to democratic values like free speech.
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For now, GTV News remains accessible outside India, and the channel has vowed to continue its reporting despite the ban.