Indian government holds talks with Meta over content moderation and algorithms

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology initiated a series of meetings with Meta representatives following the temporary takedown of a social media post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During these discussions, government officials questioned the company on its adherence to Indian law and the functionality of its content recommendation algorithms. The talks involved Meta's global affairs team and technical experts, focusing on the platform's ability to manage content moderation and compliance mechanisms.

As a result of these meetings, the government has instructed Meta to revamp its algorithms and submit a detailed roadmap for addressing deepfakes, propaganda, and child sexual abuse material. Officials have emphasized the need for faster content takedowns and the inclusion of personnel with expertise in Indian languages and local context. Meta has stated it is working to address these concerns, while the government continues to monitor the company's compliance and evaluate potential further legal steps.