Authorities in Hyderabad have opened an investigation into Arun Srinivas, the head of Meta’s operations in India, over social media posts that allegedly mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The complaint centers on content shared via WhatsApp and Facebook that is said to portray Modi in a derogatory way.

This development comes amid a period of intensified youth-led protests across India, sparked by a series of scandals and widespread criticism of the prime minister. Social media platforms, including those operated by Meta, have seen a surge in posts expressing discontent with Modi’s leadership.

According to police reports, the case against Srinivas accuses him of being directly responsible for the publication of the contentious material. The investigation highlights the ongoing tensions around freedom of expression and the use of digital platforms in political discourse in India.

Meta has not issued an official response regarding the allegations or the investigation. Meanwhile, the authorities continue to scrutinize social media activity as part of a broader response to public dissent expressed through online channels.