The Indian government has strongly criticized social media giants Meta (formerly Facebook) and X (formerly Twitter) for not fully cooperating in an ongoing investigation into multiple bomb hoaxes. The probe, which involves a series of false bomb threats at key airports and public spaces across the country, has been hampered by the lack of assistance from these platforms in tracking the source of the threats.
Government officials expressed frustration that Meta and X had not provided crucial data needed to identify the individuals responsible for spreading the hoaxes. Despite requests from law enforcement, both platforms have been slow to respond, citing privacy concerns and global data-sharing policies.
A senior government official said, “It is unacceptable that platforms hosting such harmful content are not stepping up to assist in investigations that concern public safety. This lack of cooperation undermines national security efforts.”
The bomb hoaxes have caused widespread panic and led to heightened security measures at various locations, including airports, where searches and evacuations have been carried out. The government is now considering stronger regulations and penalties for tech companies that fail to comply with requests during critical investigations.
While Meta and X have stated their commitment to user privacy, the government argues that national security concerns must take precedence, especially in cases involving potential threats to public safety. The standoff between the government and the tech giants continues as authorities push for more robust cooperation in preventing and investigating such incidents.
