High Court Directs Congress to Take Down AI Video on PM Modi’s Mother

Speedy Summary

• Incident: The Patna High Court directed the Congress Party to remove an AI-generated video featuring PM Modi’s late mother,Heeraben Modi,from all social media platforms.
• Content of Video: The 36-second clip portrays PM Modi dreaming about his late mother, who criticizes his political decisions in Bihar. it was labelled “AI GENERATED.”
• Timing: The video was posted by the Bihar unit of Congress on September 10 ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.
• Responses:

– BJP and NDA allies called the video “shameful” and “disrespectful,” alleging it was a targeted political attack on the Prime Minister during election season.
– Congress defended its actions, stating that the video is political satire and not meant to disrespect PM Modi or his mother.

• Legal Action: A complaint filed by Sanket Gupta (BJP Delhi Election Cell Convenor) lead to a case being registered against Congress and its IT cell with claims that the content is defamatory and offensive.
• Similar Controversy: In August, slogans containing vulgar references to PM Modi’s mother were allegedly shouted at a rally in Darbhanga, prompting strong condemnation from PM Modi.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The removal order issued by Patna High Court reflects growing concerns over how AI tools are being utilized in sensitive electoral campaigns. It raises questions about ethical boundaries when deploying such technology for political messaging-particularly when topics extend into personal domains like family.

This controversy highlights potential legal implications associated with AI-generated content and puts pressure on regulatory systems addressing digital accountability in India’s increasingly tech-driven politics.

Given recent controversies involving personal attacks targeting leaders’ private lives, this incident underscores a broader trend toward intensifying polemics ahead of elections-a progress that could distract focus from policy discussions while further polarizing voter sentiment.

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