X to appeal HC ruling backing government's Sahyog portal
Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) is set to appeal a Karnataka High Court ruling that backed the government's Sahyog portal—a tool allowing police to demand content takedowns without a court order.
X says this skips due process and threatens free speech in India, one of its biggest markets.
X argues Sahyog violates India's IT Act
X argues the Sahyog portal breaks Section 69A of India's IT Act, which requires oversight and transparency before content can be removed.
The platform points out that letting police flag posts for instant removal—without checks—risks misuse and puts platforms at legal risk.
X cites similar case in Bombay High Court
X cites a recent Bombay High Court decision that struck down a similar system as unconstitutional, reinforcing their call for proper legal process.
The company emphasizes its commitment to upholding the principles of free speech and due process in India, promising to keep pushing for user rights while following Indian law.