WhatsApp and Instagram, two of the most popular social media platforms, experienced significant outages across India, leaving users frustrated and disconnected. Reports of disruptions surfaced early, sparking widespread concern among users.
Services Affected by the Outage
Users reported an inability to send messages, load feeds, or access certain features on both platforms. The disruptions seemed sporadic, with some regions being more affected than others.
User Reactions on Social Media
Despite the outages on WhatsApp and Instagram, other platforms like Twitter were abuzz with complaints and memes. The hashtags #WhatsAppDown and #InstagramDown quickly trended as users shared their experiences and frustrations.
Possible Causes of the Outage
While Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp and Instagram, has yet to issue an official statement, preliminary speculations suggest server issues or routine maintenance could be the cause.
Resolution Timeline
Technical teams are believed to be working on restoring services. Past outages of similar nature were resolved within a few hours, and users are hopeful for a swift resolution.
Social media outages highlight the reliance of millions on these platforms for communication and business. As services are restored, many users urge Meta to enhance system reliability to avoid future disruptions.
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