Hyderabad authorities initiated legal proceedings against Meta India head Arun Srinivas on July 31, 2026. The action follows the circulation of videos critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during widespread youth-led protests.
The Indian government formally summoned Meta’s global team for questioning next week. Officials will investigate algorithmic bias and the platform’s role in maintaining public order.
These regulatory escalations create significant uncertainty for Meta’s operations in a major growth market. The situation highlights rising geopolitical and operational risks for global technology firms navigating local political sensitivities.