X Social Media Acknowledges Mistakes and Commits to Compliance with Indian Laws
The social media platform X has admitted to its mistakes regarding the misuse of its AI tool, Grok, which led to the spread of inappropriate content. In response to government pressure, X has removed thousands of violating posts and suspended numerous accounts. The Indian government has issued a stern warning, emphasizing the need for compliance with local laws. X has committed to enforcing stricter policies to prevent future incidents and has submitted a report detailing its actions. This situation highlights the ongoing challenges social media platforms face in regulating content and adhering to legal standards.
| Jan 11, 2026, 12:05 IST
X's Commitment to Indian Regulations
According to government sources, the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) has admitted its errors. The company has assured the Indian government that it will fully comply with local laws moving forward. This controversy arose when X's AI tool 'Grok' was misused to disseminate inappropriate content.
Government's Response and Actions Taken
Following the government's strict measures, X has removed approximately 3,500 posts that violated Indian regulations and suspended over 600 accounts. The company has pledged to prevent any explicit images or videos from appearing on its platform in the future. Sources from the government indicate that X has begun implementing corrective actions.
What Sparked the Controversy?
The issue escalated when explicit and manipulated images of women were generated using Elon Musk's AI chatbot 'Grok'. This chatbot became viral due to a controversial trend on social media. The Ministry of Information Technology in India expressed serious concerns, labeling it a violation of women's dignity and safety.
Government's Stern Warning
On January 2, the IT Ministry issued a notice to X, granting a 72-hour deadline. The government clearly stated that if X failed to adhere to Indian laws (IT Act 2000 and IT Rules 2021), it would lose its legal protections. This would mean that the company could be held directly accountable for any inappropriate content posted on its platform, potentially facing legal action.
X's Acknowledgment of Government Directives
In response to the ministry's directives, X has reviewed its security measures. The company has assured the government that it will strictly enforce its policies to prevent the spread of inappropriate content through Grok AI or any other means. Currently, X has removed the controversial content and submitted a report to the government.