The Indian government has recently announced new guidelines for social media platforms and messaging apps in India. These guidelines require social media companies to appoint grievance officers based in India to address user complaints and concerns. The companies will also have to remove content within 36 hours of receiving a legal order. Failure to comply with these guidelines could result in these platforms losing their intermediary status, which provides them immunity from liability for content posted by users. The move comes as part of the government’s efforts to regulate online content and curb the spread of fake news and misinformation. Social media giants like Facebook, Twitter, and WhatsApp will now have to adhere to these new rules to continue operating in India, which has one of the largest user bases for these platforms. The new guidelines have sparked a debate on the balance between freedom of speech and regulation of online content. Critics argue that these rules could potentially be misused to suppress dissent and stifle free speech. However, supporters of the guidelines believe that they are necessary to hold social media companies accountable for the content shared on their platforms. With the increasing influence of social media in shaping public opinion, these guidelines are expected to have a significant impact on the digital landscape in India. It remains to be seen how social media companies will navigate these new regulations while ensuring the protection of user privacy and freedom of expression.