14 Arrested, Police Search for Content Creators of AI-Generated Videos that Led to Ujjain Violence

14 arrested, police search for content creators of AI-generated videos that led to Ujjain violence

The videos spread a rumour that the authorities were demolishing the entire mosque structure, allegedly provoked people to march to the Shahi Masjid and clash with the police

Beware of AI videos, they can cause communal riots

Fake rumours about the famous Shahi Masjid in Ujjain being demolished with bulldozers were spread through AI-generated content, and Muslims were asked to converge. Thousands of Muslims converged.

Before Ujjain violence, some local influencers went into rumour overdrive, police say

Instagram, Facebook accounts asked people to gather in large numbers, used AI content to stoke fears, police say

Ujjain Police Begin Crackdown On Social Media Creators After Shahi Masjid Clashes

Ujjain Police have booked seven people, including social media creators, after clashes over Shahi Masjid, while 15 have been detained and online posts are being examined.

Ujjain News: Viral Clip Changed the Mood? AI Videos, Rumours and Police Action After Shahi Masjid Clashes, Check Details

Ujjain was tense over the altercation that took place near the Shahi Masjid as some roads were to be widened by demolishing part of the structure. Officials have said that the police are now investigating the AI-generated videos and Facebook postings that incorrectly claimed the entire mosque was being demolished. Five content creators are among […]