Will Summon Facebook Over Hate Speech Issue, Says Delhi Assembly Panel | Read

A committee of the Delhi assembly today said it would summon officials of Facebook, especially its senior executive Ankhi Das, over the social media giant's alleged stance towards hate speeches and divisive content posted by BJP leaders. A controversy has been on since Sunday after the US publication Wall Street Journal alleged that Facebook deliberately ignored the posts. The Congress, which has been trading barbs with the BJP since, has demanded an inquiry by a Joint Parliamentary Committee. A statement from the Delhi assembly today said its committee on "Peace and Harmony" will examine the issue.