The Congress has accused the Union government of directing the removal of nine AI-generated satirical videos from the party’s social media platforms. Congress Spokesperson Supriya Shrinate criticized the government for what she called a misuse of power under the Information Technology Act. Shrinate highlighted that the videos, labeled as AI-generated, were taken down without clear explanations, raising concerns about transparency.
Accusing the government of hypocrisy, Shrinate mentioned that the removal orders came from police authorities in BJP-ruled states or the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. She emphasized that the videos were intended as political satire and commentary on issues raised by the Opposition. Shrinate also criticized the proposed online censorship portal “Sahyog” for granting multiple officials the authority to issue takedown directives, expanding executive control over digital content.
Expressing further discontent, Shrinate raised issues about the ongoing AI Summit in New Delhi, citing logistical problems and restrictions faced by participants. She drew attention to the legacy of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in establishing institutions like IITs and IIMs. Shrinate alleged that police were attempting to intimidate members of the Congress IT cell, adding to the party’s grievances.
