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AI Deepfakes Surge in India Targeting Women, Activists

11/6/2025

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The Rati Foundation reports a rise in AI-generated deepfakes in India targeting women and gender minorities.
The report notes that 10% of helpline cases involve digitally manipulated images.
High-profile victims include Asha Bhosle (Bollywood singer) and Rana Ayyub (journalist), highlighting online safety risks.
Women such as Gaatha Sarvaiya (law graduate) now hesitate to share images online due to harassment fears, the report states.
It criticizes social media platforms for inadequate responses and calls for greater transparency and accountability in handling such content.

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The Rati Foundation reports a rise in AI-generated deepfakes in India targeting women and gender minorities.
The report notes that 10% of helpline cases involve digitally manipulated images.
High-profile victims include Asha Bhosle (Bollywood singer) and Rana Ayyub (journalist), highlighting online safety risks.
Women such as Gaatha Sarvaiya (law graduate) now hesitate to share images online due to harassment fears, the report states.
It criticizes social media platforms for inadequate responses and calls for greater transparency and accountability in handling such content.