Centre cracks down on Elon Musk’s X over Grok AI, asks it to remove ‘obscene and sexually explicit content’

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By: Express Web DeskUpdated: January 2, 2026 07:59 PM IST 1 min readThe government has raised concerns over the misuse of the platform’s AI tool, Grok. (File Photo)The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) Friday issued a notice to social media platform X, flagging serious lapses in statutory due diligence under the IT Act and IT Rules.The government has raised concerns over the misuse of the platform’s AI tool, Grok, to generate and circulate sexually explicit and derogatory content, particularly targeting women and children, calling it a grave violation of dignity, privacy and digital safety. Copy of the notice filed by MeitY Friday to social media platform X. (Source: PTI)It has directed X to immediately review Grok’s technical and governance framework, remove all unlawful content, take action against offending users, and submit an Action Taken Report within 72 hours. The ministry warned that continued non-compliance could lead to loss of legal protection under the IT Act and strict action under multiple cyber, criminal and child protection laws.This is a developing story. More details are awaited.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt Ltd