In a significant move, the prominent music streaming platform Spotify has made a key decision to remove all Pakistan-related content from its platform. This decision comes in the wake of the current tensions between India and Pakistan, with the Indian government reportedly issuing directives to the company.
The move by Spotify is part of a wider crackdown on Pakistan-linked content across various Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms, media streaming services, and digital media. The Indian government has directed the removal of web series, movies, songs, podcasts, and other content associated with Pakistan from these platforms.
As a result of this directive, Spotify has deleted popular Pakistani songs like “Jal” and “Maand” from its platform. This decision follows the recent ban on Pakistani actor Fawad Khan’s movie and the prohibition of several other Pakistani actors from working in the Indian entertainment industry.
The Indian government’s actions are aimed at safeguarding the country’s sovereignty, integrity, and national security. “The government has taken these measures to ensure the protection of India’s sovereignty, integrity, and national security,” said a government spokesperson.
The move by Spotify and other media platforms to remove Pakistan-related content is a significant step in the ongoing tensions between the two neighboring countries. It reflects the heightened sensitivity and the desire to limit the influence of Pakistani cultural and artistic expression in the Indian market, particularly in the aftermath of the Pulwama attack and the subsequent diplomatic and military standoff between the two nations.
