Norwegian journo alleges social media suspension after questioning Modi

(Agencies)

NEW DELHI, May 20: Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng has alleged that her Facebook and Instagram accounts were suspended shortly after she questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his recent visit to Norway.

Lyng, a reporter for the Oslo-based newspaper Dagsavisen, stated on X that she has been unable to access both platforms and expressed hope for their swift restoration. Describing the suspension as a “small price to pay for press freedom,” she noted that she had never encountered such an issue previously.

The controversy follows a viral press interaction in Oslo, where Lyng questioned Modi on media access and press freedom during a joint appearance with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

Since the exchange, Lyng has reportedly faced significant online harassment, including accusations of being a political agent—claims she has dismissed.

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has not yet commented on the suspension of the journalist’s accounts.