The Karnataka High Court witnessed a dramatic moment when Solicitor General Tushar Mehta demonstrated how easily fake verified social media accounts can be created, exposing digital vulnerabilities. The hearing stems from X Corp’s challenge to government takedown orders under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act. Mehta argued that anonymity enables misinformation and cited AI-generated content to show regulatory gaps beyond Section 69A’s scope. The court acknowledged the risks of anonymous misuse, referencing the Proton Mail case. The matter, balancing free speech and online accountability, will continue on July 25 and could reshape India’s digital regulation framework.
