Wed May 07 02:40:00 UTC 2025: ## India Geo-Blocks Pakistani Celebrities’ Instagram Accounts After Pahalgam Attack

**NEW DELHI** – Following the deadly April 22nd terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 people (25 Indian tourists and a Nepalese citizen), the Indian government has implemented a series of strong retaliatory measures against Pakistan. These actions include downgrading diplomatic ties, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, revoking visa services for Pakistani nationals, and closing airspace to Pakistani flights. Further, India has geo-blocked the Instagram accounts of several prominent Pakistani celebrities, including Hania Aamir, Mahira Khan, Fawad Khan, and Ali Zafar.

While Indian users attempting to access these accounts receive a message citing compliance with a legal request, many fans have circumvented the restrictions using VPNs. This has led to an outpouring of support for the blocked celebrities online, with heartwarming interactions between fans and artists. Hania Aamir, in particular, has seen an influx of comments from Indian fans expressing their continued support and use of VPNs to access her account.

Pakistan, in response to India’s actions, has suspended all trade with India, including indirect trade through third countries, and rejected the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, warning that any disruption of water flow will be considered an act of war. The escalating tensions between the two nations highlight the significant fallout from the Pahalgam attack.

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