X Acknowledges Mistake and Blocks Thousands of Obscene Posts in India

In response to strict directives from the Indian government, social media platform X has acknowledged its mistakes regarding the misuse of Grok AI to create obscene content. The company has blocked over 3,500 inappropriate posts and deleted more than 600 accounts. This action follows a notice from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, highlighting the violation of women's dignity. X has committed to enhancing its safeguards and adhering to Indian laws, marking a significant step towards improving online safety for women and children. Stay informed on how to report misuse of personal images.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 11, 2026, 11:09 IST

X Takes Action Following Government Directives

The social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, has admitted to its errors after receiving strict directives from the Indian government. The company, owned by Elon Musk, has taken measures against the misuse of Grok AI, which was being used to create obscene, sexually explicit content targeting women. Reports indicate that X has blocked over 3,500 inappropriate posts and permanently deleted more than 600 accounts.

Background of the Issue

In early January 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued a notice to X. The notice highlighted that users, particularly fake accounts, were uploading photos of women and using AI to 'nudify' or sexualize them, depicting them in bikinis or revealing clothing. This practice was in violation of the IT Act 2000, IT Rules 2021, and was deemed disrespectful to women's dignity.

Government's Response

MP Priyanka Chaturvedi raised concerns regarding women's safety in this context. The government demanded an Action Taken Report within 72 hours, extending the deadline for compliance. X has now acknowledged that there were deficiencies in its safeguards and has committed to fully adhering to Indian laws.

Steps Taken by X

X has implemented several measures, including:

Blocking over 3,500 posts.

Deleting more than 600 accounts.

Introducing stricter filters and new safeguards in Grok to prevent the creation of such images in the future.

Assuring that obscene imagery will no longer be tolerated on the platform.

Significance of the Action

This action represents a significant victory for the online safety of women and children. The government had warned that failure to comply could result in losing safe harbor protection under Section 79, which would eliminate legal immunity.

Stay Informed!

If you encounter any content of this nature or believe your photo is being misused, please file a complaint immediately at cybercrime.gov.in or call the helpline at 1930.