Meta has apologised before a parliamentary panel for briefly removing a Facebook reel posted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The company expressed regret over the incident, which had drawn criticism from ruling party lawmakers.
Separately, Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra addressed Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg directly, urging him not to be pressured by the government. She said he should not apologise under government pressure, and advised him not to be bullied.
The removal of Modi's video was temporary, and Meta's apology came during a hearing before the parliamentary panel. Moitra's remarks were in reaction to the apology and the circumstances surrounding the video's removal.