Election 2026: ECI Issues Stern Directives to Tackle AI Threat Across Poll-Bound States, Tightens Grip on Social Media

ECI warns against AI-generated social media content; 11,000 posts taken down so far

New Delhi: Ahead of the Assembly elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday cautioned candidates and political parties against the misuse of AI-generated or manipulated content, highlighting that 11,000 illegal social media posts have been removed since March 15.  “All stakeholders shall ensure responsible and ethical use of social media and digital platforms, in compliance with extant legal provisi…

Election 2026: ECI issues stern directives to tackle AI threat across poll-bound states, tightens grip on social media

New Delhi: As the electoral fervour grips several Indian states, with Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and West Bengal heading to the polls, the battle for hearts and minds is raging not just on the ground but intensely across social media platforms. In response to this digital dynamic, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has declared a firm stance, rolling out stringent directives aimed at curbing illegal and manipulative content onlin…