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Fake AI Videos Spark Unrest in Ujjain, Raising National Security Concerns
✍️ DNA India
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:48 AM
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A series of fabricated AI-generated videos circulated online, depicting events in Ujjain that did not occur, leading to public unrest and heightened tensions in the city.
A wave of AI‑generated videos depicting alleged incidents in Ujjain began circulating on social media platforms in early September. The clips, which were later identified as fabricated, showed scenes that did not take place in the city, sparking confusion among viewers.
The videos spread rapidly across WhatsApp and other messaging apps, reaching thousands of residents within hours. The rapid dissemination fueled speculation and anger, prompting several groups to gather in public spaces to protest what they believed were real events.
Local police were called to the scene to maintain order, and a temporary curfew was imposed in affected areas to prevent further escalation. Authorities urged citizens to verify information before sharing and to report suspicious content.
The incident has drawn attention to the growing risk of deep‑fake technology in India, with security officials warning that such misinformation could destabilise communities and threaten national security if left unchecked.
The videos spread rapidly across WhatsApp and other messaging apps, reaching thousands of residents within hours. The rapid dissemination fueled speculation and anger, prompting several groups to gather in public spaces to protest what they believed were real events.
Local police were called to the scene to maintain order, and a temporary curfew was imposed in affected areas to prevent further escalation. Authorities urged citizens to verify information before sharing and to report suspicious content.
The incident has drawn attention to the growing risk of deep‑fake technology in India, with security officials warning that such misinformation could destabilise communities and threaten national security if left unchecked.