Internet Shutdowns
Who Shuts Down the Internet the Most?
Based on 920 shutdowns we've tracked since 2018
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ongoing shutdowns around the world
Internet shutdowns around the world since February 2025
countries have experienced a total or partial Internet shutdown since February 2025
Since February 2025, the world’s population has lost a total of
of access to the Internet due to intentional disruptions.
Over the past 12 months, we estimate that
has been lost in combined GDP across all countries that have experienced Internet shutdowns
Shutdowns
April 2019
920 shutdowns
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Past
Regional shutdown
Internet services
Tarn Taran district, Punjab
In Punjab’s Khemkaran sector, a Pakistan's drone was spotted by Indian Army. After detecting it, the security personnel fired at it. A blackout was ordered in the entire village and internet services temporarily stopped. There is no confirmation about whether the drone is shot down or not.
India
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- Total Duration 1 day
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Past
Regional shutdown
Punjab State
India
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- Total Duration 1 day
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Past
Regional shutdown
Lassipora area, Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir
India
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- Total Duration 0 minutes
March 2019
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Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir
on 28 March 2019, there was an internet shutdown in parts of India, which aligns with the country’s frequent use of such measures during sensitive periods. Internet blackouts in India are often imposed for reasons such as maintaining public order, preventing communal violence, or curbing cheating during examinations.
India
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- Total Duration 12 hours
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Past
Regional shutdown
Pulwama and Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir
India
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- Total Duration 0 minutes
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Past
Regional shutdown
Mobiles Internet and Ethernet services
Ingushetia
During the period from March 26 to April 1, 2019, there was no concrete evidence of an internet shutdown specifically within Russia during this timeframe based on the sources reviewed. However, discussions about internet control in Russia during this era often focus on its broader strategies to monitor and restrict internet access. The introduction of the “sovereign internet” law in 2019 allowed the Russian government to centralize control over internet infrastructure, enabling it to block content and reroute traffic when deemed necessary for national security. These measures facilitated potential disruptions or targeted restrictions under various circumstances, including protests or events of political dissent.
Russia
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- Total Duration 6 days
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Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Islamabad & Rawalpindi
The internet shutdown in Islamabad in March 2019 occurred during Pakistan Day celebrations on March 23. The government suspended mobile and internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as part of security measures. These actions aimed to ensure public safety during large gatherings and parades, a common practice in the region during national events to minimize potential threats. The disruption affected residents' access to communication, navigation tools, and digital services, significantly impacting daily life and business activities
Pakistan
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- Total Duration 0 minutes
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Past
Service blocking
Facebook
Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir
A clash between police and civilian militants took place in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of six (06) militants and a 12-year-old boy. As a precaution, the authorities suspended mobile Internet services in the town of Sopore. This also appears to have led to the suspension of facebook services in Shopian.
India
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- Total Duration 2 days
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Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir
A clash between police and civilian militants occurred in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of six (06) militants and a 12-year-old boy. As a precaution, authorities suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore town.
India
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- Total Duration 1 day
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Past
Regional shutdown
Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir state
India
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- Total Duration 0 minutes
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