Social media activism and the role of X in Pakistan

An analysis of the evolution of social media, specifically focusing on the transition of Twitter to X and its role as a central hub for Pakistani politics and social activism. The text notes how the platform has become a primary tool for politicians, elites, and celebrities to broadcast messages and attempt to dominate digital trends.

Beyond political maneuvering by organized teams, the platform serves as a vital voice for individual human rights issues and social justice. The narrative highlights how hashtags, such as those used to seek justice for the late journalist Arshad Sharif, transform digital trends into movements for real-world accountability. The author reflects on the human cost behind these digital trends, noting that victims of injustice are living people with families, rather than just numbers or hashtags.