Delhi Registers Case Against Meta Over Child Sexual Abuse Material

Delhi police have registered a criminal case against Meta Inc. following allegations that child sexual abuse material was hosted on its social media platforms. The complaint, filed with the Delhi Police’s cybercrime cell, cites violations of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and the Information Technology Act. Meta has not yet issued a public statement regarding the allegations. The case is part of a broader crackdown on online content that may facilitate child exploitation. Authorities are investigating the extent of the material and the steps taken by Meta to remove it.