Meta has restored Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video after admitting that it was removed due to an error. The clarification came after the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) reportedly summoned Meta and Instagram’s global leadership over the temporary blocking of the Prime Minister’s content. The video, which focused on examination paper leaks, has since been reinstated on the platform.
Key Highlights
- Meta admits PM Modi’s Facebook video was removed by mistake
- Video restored after temporary restriction on Facebook
- MeitY summons Meta and Instagram global leadership
- PM Modi’s video on paper leaks had received millions of views
New Delhi, July 28: Meta has restored Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video after acknowledging that it was removed in error, ending a brief disruption that sparked government attention. The social media company confirmed that the content was mistakenly taken down and has now been reinstated. The incident prompted the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to reportedly summon the global heads of Meta and Instagram for an explanation.
The video, released on July 23, featured Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to Generation Z, during which he spoke about the issue of examination paper leaks. In the address, the Prime Minister said that stricter measures against paper leaks would be discussed at the upcoming Union Cabinet meeting. Before it was briefly restricted, the video had already attracted millions of views on Facebook.
According to reports, Facebook initially restricted access to the video following what appeared to be a legal request. However, Meta later clarified that the removal was accidental and not the result of any deliberate moderation decision. The company restored the content soon after identifying the mistake.
The incident has once again highlighted the importance of accurate content moderation by social media platforms, particularly when dealing with official government communications. It also underlines the government’s expectation that digital platforms ensure transparency and accountability while handling content published by constitutional authorities.
Earlier this month, another social media post by Prime Minister Modi reportedly led to a surge of around one million new Instagram followers overnight, taking his total following close to 101 million. The Prime Minister continues to be the world’s most-followed political leader on social media, reflecting his strong digital outreach and public engagement.
Conclusion
Meta’s decision to restore Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video after admitting an error has brought the issue to a close, but it has also renewed attention on the responsibility of social media platforms in handling official government content. The episode underscores the need for transparent moderation practices and prompt corrective action whenever mistakes occur.
