Archive · 25 Oct 2025
BJP Files Complaint Against Tejashwi Yadav Over AI Video
The BJP in Bihar has complained to the Election Commission about an AI-made video.
They claim Tejashwi Yadav shared a video that falsely portrays Nitish Kumar and Samrat Choudhary to influence voters.
The BJP believes this violates election rules because it's like spreading fake news.
They want the Election Commission to punish Yadav, remove the video from Facebook, and investigate who made it.
The BJP filed a complaint against Tejashwi Yadav.
The complaint alleges Yadav shared an AI-generated video defaming political leaders.
The BJP cited the Model Code of Conduct and the Representation of the People Act.
The BJP requested the ECI take action against Yadav and remove the video.
The video was shared on Tejashwi Yadav's official Facebook handle.
- Who
- Bihar BJP legal cell
- What
- Filed a complaint against Tejashwi Yadav
- When
- During Bihar Assembly election campaign
- Where
- Patna, India
- Why
- Alleged circulation of an AI-generated video defaming political figures
RJD/Tejashwi Yadav (Implied)
BJP
Video's Authenticity and Intent
RJD/Tejashwi Yadav (Implied)
Likely, the video will be defended as not malicious, or not created by Yadav.
BJP
The video is a malicious deepfake, intended to defame and influence voters.
- Complaint Filed By
- Bihar BJP legal cell
- Target
- Tejashwi Yadav
- Allegation
- Circulating AI-generated video defaming Nitish Kumar and Samrat Choudhary
- Violation Claimed
- Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and Representation of the People Act, 1951
- Legal Citation
- Section 123(4) of the Act
- Action Requested
- Penal action and video removal from Facebook/Meta
Sources
EC asks parties not to use AI-generated masquerading content without consent
Take down AI content spreading misinformation within 3 hours of report: EC to parties
EC warns parties over 'misuse' of AI tools in Bihar poll
Don't Misuse AI-Based Tools: EC Warns Parties Ahead Of Bihar Polls
Election Commission tightens norms for AI content poll campaigns, mandates clear labels - Telegraph India
Bihar polls: Police to take action for posting songs with provocative caste overtones in campaign
Sharing Songs With Provocative Caste Overtones To Draw Police Action In Bihar
Bihar cops warn against caste-based Bhojpuri songs on social media ahead of polls - Telegraph India
Citing disruptions to level playing field, why Election Commission has directed parties to label AI content