AI generating inaccurate information related to Sikh history, Gurbani: SGPC

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The SGPC has received multiple objections regarding such content and has formally asked the platforms involved to stop publishing or generating such material.The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has said it objected to the dissemination of inaccurate information related to Gurbani, Sikh history, and Gurmat through artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. Responding to complaints from various members of the Sikh community, the SGPC has sent emails to various AI service providers requesting corrective action.The platforms contacted by the SGPC include ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Grok, Gemini AI, Meta, Google, VEO 3, Descript, Runway ML, Pictory, Magisto, InVideo, DALL·E 2, MidJourney, DeepAI, and others.SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami stated that the content generated by some AI tools, including altered images and interpretations, has caused concern within the community. He said that the Sri Guru Granth Sahib is the central religious scripture of Sikhism, and its content must not be changed. He further claimed that some AI tools are producing modified versions of Gurbani, which he described as a serious issue.According to Dhami, the SGPC has received multiple objections regarding such content and has formally asked the platforms involved to stop publishing or generating such material. He also noted that some AI-generated outputs misrepresent Sikh religious figures, texts, and symbols, which may affect how younger generations understand Sikh history and principles.He added that some Gurbani-related mobile applications are also presenting text in an incorrect form. The SGPC has taken action against certain apps and plans to continue addressing the issue.Dhami called on individuals and organisations working in the technology field to support efforts aimed at preventing the spread of incorrect content. He also urged the Sikh community to avoid relying on such platforms and to consult established historical sources for learning.In addition, Dhami has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, requesting government intervention and the formulation of a policy to regulate such activities.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt Ltd