The Indian government has recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and messaging apps. These guidelines require platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Twitter to appoint grievance officers, create mechanisms for users to resolve complaints, and remove offending content within 24 hours of receiving a legal order. The move comes amidst growing concerns over the spread of fake news, misinformation, and hate speech on these platforms. The guidelines also require platforms to trace the origin of messages shared on their platforms, a move that has raised concerns over user privacy and encryption. While the government argues that these guidelines are necessary to curb the spread of harmful content, critics worry that they could be misused to stifle dissent and curb free speech. The guidelines have stirred a debate on the balance between protecting user privacy and ensuring the accountability of social media platforms. It remains to be seen how platforms will implement these guidelines and how they will impact the digital landscape in India. The move comes at a time when social media platforms are facing increased scrutiny worldwide over their content moderation policies and role in shaping public discourse.