India experienced 60 internet shutdowns in 2024, amounting to 3,160 hours of internet blockade, with economic losses of $322 million, according to SFLC.in and Top10VPN. Notably, 53% of shutdowns were preventive, while 45% were reactive. Strife-torn Manipur was the worst hit, and thousands of students and businesses faced disruptions, losing access to critical services.