MeitY amended IT Rules, 2021, mandating that all content takedowns require senior-level officer approval (Joint Secretary/DIG) and a "reasoned intimation" to the user, promoting fairness and accountability in digital content moderation.

India’s evolving social media laws are redefining the boundaries of online free speech. The Karnataka High Court’s ruling upholding the government’s Sahyog Portal has spotlighted the clash between global tech platforms and national regulation. While the state emphasizes curbing misinformation and hate, concerns remain about overreach and the chilling effect on expression.