Archive · 25 Sep 2026
Woman alleges AI-morphed photo used during CJP protests; FIR filed
A woman says her photograph was changed using artificial intelligence and face-swapping tools.
She says the altered picture was combined with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s image.
According to her complaint, the picture appeared on banners and posters at a protest in Delhi.
She also said people used indecent slogans connected to the picture.
A video containing the image was allegedly shared on Instagram.
The woman said she never gave permission for her photograph to be used.
She also reported threats and harassment during the protest.
Police have filed a case against unknown people and are investigating.
Delhi Police registered an FIR against unknown persons after a woman alleged her photograph was digitally manipulated.
She said AI and face-swapping technology combined her image with that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi without consent.
The alleged image was displayed on banners and posters, accompanied by indecent slogans, according to her complaint.
The woman also alleged that a video using the image was circulated on Instagram and that she faced threats and harassment.
The complaint named CJP founders Abhijeet Dipke and Saurav Das, but the FIR does not list them or Ashutosh Ranka as accused.
- Who
- An unnamed woman complained to Delhi Police; the complaint concerns unknown persons and alleged conduct during Cockroach Janta Party protests.
- What
- Police registered an FIR over allegations that the woman’s photograph was manipulated using AI and face-swapping technology, displayed at a protest, and circulated online.
- When
- The alleged misuse occurred during the CJP protest in July; the broader agitation ran from June 20 until July 25.
- Where
- The alleged display occurred at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, while the video was allegedly circulated on Instagram.
- Why
- The woman said the image was used without her consent to create a sensational impression, damage her dignity, and tarnish her image.
- Case status
- Delhi Police registered an FIR against unknown persons.
- Alleged technology
- Artificial intelligence and face-swapping tools.
- Alleged image use
- The manipulated photograph was allegedly placed on large banners and posters.
- Online circulation
- A video containing the image was allegedly circulated, particularly on Instagram.
- Named in complaint
- CJP founders Abhijeet Dipke and Saurav Das, along with Ashutosh Ranka, were mentioned in the complaint.
- FIR status
- The FIR does not name Dipke, Das, or Ranka as accused.
- Protest period
- The CJP-led agitation began June 20 and was called off July 25.