"Zero Tolerance": Meta To NDTV After Being Summoned Over Child Abuse Ads

India’s government has formally demanded Meta remove ads on Instagram allegedly promoting child sexual abuse material, according to multiple reports. The directive follows investigations by BBC and other outlets revealing ads appearing alongside such content. Meta has issued a statement to NDTV denying any violation of policies, while the government has set a seven-day deadline for compliance.

Coverage from Bloomberg, The Times of India, Yahoo, BBC, and NDTV highlights the severity of the issue, with the Indian government emphasizing a 'zero tolerance' stance. The BBC’s investigation reportedly found ads running adjacent to child abuse material, prompting regulatory action. Meta’s response to NDTV suggests it is cooperating but has not yet confirmed specific actions taken.

Next steps will likely include Meta’s public response within the seven-day window and potential enforcement actions if ads persist. Regulatory scrutiny of social media platforms in India may also expand to other forms of harmful content.