India’s Ministry of Home Affairs has released a recent report that highlights a sharp rise in digital censorship and state intervention across online platforms.

According to the report, the government is issuing an average of around 290 content removal notices per day, raising concerns about increasing pressure on freedom of expression.

Authorities are invoking Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act to compel social media platforms to remove content within just three hours. Critics argue that such provisions are restrictive in nature and limit the ability of platforms to operate independently.

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The report also indicates that a significant number of these notices are linked to political content, particularly criticism directed at federal ministers and state institutions.

At the same time, cyber security incidents have surged to nearly 2.9 million cases, pointing to challenges in digital governance. Observers note a contrast between rising cyber threats and the government’s focus on regulating online discourse.

Measures introduced in the name of “security,” according to analysts, are contributing to a more controlled digital environment where dissenting voices face increasing constraints.

The situation has drawn attention from international observers and human rights groups, who continue to monitor developments related to digital rights and freedom of expression in India.