We have seen the social media has not only been used as propaganda tool but has been weaponised to create a wave of opinion and manipulate the public perception. Russia was first accused of data mining ,hacking and using details to influence the US election.Social media has penetrated so deep into the lives of people in all over ,especially in India, where it can cause immeasurable damage to the unity and brotherhood among people if there are no checks and balances on its functioning.The startling disclosures of TheWall street Journal that FB took no action after BJP MLA Goshamahal, Hyderabad,posted accusing Muslims of intentionally spreading Corona virus, and plotting against the nation and waging a “love jihad” campaign by seeking to marry Hindu women. The report quoted that Ms Ankhi Das FB publicity Director in India,was against taking these posts down ,and informed colleagues that “punishing violations by politicians of PM Modi’s party will damage the company ‘s business prospects in India” , borders on its collusion with BJP.FB was inclined to the view that it was better to ERR on the side of commercial success and refrained from taking a firm stand.,WSJ story stated that “Ankhi Das provided BJP with favourable treatment on election-related issues” What is shocking is a fact about FB interference Atleast in General Elections in 2019.There are two interesting developments linked to it.One-visit of our Hon’ble PM Modi ji to FB HQs in US in 2015,.The other is , appointment of  Ankhi  Das as Head Of FB India,who belongs to ABVP.

 Infact when Rahul pointed out that BJP &RSS control FB&WatsApp, I didn’t believe,as generally politicians make such wild allegations against the ruling,but If WSJ didn’t reveal the facts ,BJP would have dismissed it and dubbed his party as anti- nationals and traitors.Luckily it was supported by US ‘s famous News Paper WSJ.As such,he speaks truth I believe,unlike other top ruling leaders.Earlier also when Corona virus came,he pointed out in January beginning,but as usual it was taken lightly,now we are facing the music for our inaction, even on economic situation also he cautioned after taking inputs from international experts in Economics ,but no use,Ofcourse it’s debatable issue separately.

   If social media is allowed to serve the political interests of ruling establishments for its commercial gains ,it will not only lead to social tensions but also influence the voting choices of the people paving way for mockery of democracy.

As a responsible media company FB must fulfil all the legal ,regulatory and ethical obligations that are applied to any publisher .There must be a level playing field for all shades of public opinion to be expressed on the platform.No doubt there is strong case for subjecting social media giants to rigorous regulatory scrutiny in view of their growing influence on society.A parliamentary committee on IT headed by Mr Shashi Tharoor has rightly decided to seek explanation from FB about alleged violations in content control.The company’s India chief has been accused of favouring the ruling party and encouraging dubious practices.