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IT ministry summons Meta after PM Modi's post removed; co admits error, says content restored
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Fusion42 · 28 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
India's IT ministry summoned Meta after a post by Prime Minister Modi was removed from the platform; Meta admitted the removal was an error and said the content has been restored.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
Platforms removing state leader content—even by mistake—now triggers direct ministry summons in India. Your content moderation system must treat heads of state as a separate compliance class, or you'll face escalation faster than you can appeal.
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