Archive · 28 Jul 2026
Delhi Police Orders Removal of Posts About PM Modi
The Delhi Police has asked social media platforms to remove posts that they say are abusive about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
These posts were shared during protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party, which were demanding the resignation of Pradhan over alleged irregularities in exams.
The police identified 450 accounts sharing deepfake videos and AI-generated content.
The protests turned violent, with police using force to disperse the crowd.
The protests spread across the country, leading to Pradhan's resignation.
The protesters see their posts as a form of free speech, while the government views them as a threat to public order.
Delhi Police ordered social media platforms to remove posts about PM Modi during youth protests.
450 accounts were identified for sharing deepfake videos and AI-generated content.
Protests led by Cockroach Janta Party demanded Pradhan's resignation over exam irregularities.
Police used force to disperse protesters, leading to injuries and widespread agitation.
Pradhan resigned following the protests.
- Who
- Delhi Police, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Protesters led by Cockroach Janta Party
- What
- Removal of purportedly abusive posts about PM Modi from social media platforms
- When
- During the youth protest on July 20
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To prevent the spread of allegedly abusive content and maintain public order
Protesters' Perspective
Government's Perspective
Nature of the Content
Protesters' Perspective
The protesters argue that their posts are legitimate expressions of dissent and criticism against the government.
Government's Perspective
The government views the posts as abusive and potentially disruptive to public order.
Freedom of Speech
Protesters' Perspective
Protesters believe their right to free speech is being infringed upon by the removal of the posts.
Government's Perspective
The government maintains that the removal is necessary to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain public order.
- Date of Protest
- July 20
- Number of Accounts Identified
- 450
- Type of Content
- Deepfake videos and AI-generated content
- Protest Leaders
- Cockroach Janta Party
- Resignation
- Pradhan resigned on Saturday
