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BJD Requests Investigation into Deepfake Videos Targeting Women Leaders

BJD Requests Investigation into Deepfake Videos Targeting Women Leaders

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ThreatCluster •October 18, 2026 at 17:39 UTC
  • •BJD filed a police complaint against deepfake videos targeting its leaders.
  • •The videos were allegedly created by the account 'Odianka Chhata' to defame party members.
  • •The incident highlights the risks of AI-generated content in political contexts.

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has filed a complaint with police regarding deepfake videos aimed at defaming party leaders, particularly Sujata Rout Karthikeyan. The complaint, submitted by Amrita Mishra, alleges that an Instagram account named 'Odianka Chhata' circulated AI-generated videos that misrepresented Karthikeyan's statements. The videos were released shortly after student election results on October 16, 2026, and are said to undermine the reputation of BJD leaders. Mishra called for an FIR against the account operators and urged police to investigate the creators and distributors of the videos. The deepfake content is viewed as a tactic to manipulate public perception and discourage women's participation in politics. The BJD has publicly condemned these actions, emphasizing the need for accountability and protection of women's dignity in public life.

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2026-10-16
Student election results declared
Results were announced for student elections in Kendrapara district, where BJD's student wing won several positions.
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2026-10-18
BJD files complaint with police
Amrita Mishra submitted a complaint to police regarding deepfake videos targeting BJD leaders, requesting an investigation.
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What specific claims were made in the deepfake videos?
The videos falsely portrayed Sujata Rout Karthikeyan threatening a college principal regarding student elections.
What actions are being taken against the operators of the deepfake account?
The BJD has requested police action and an investigation into the operators of the 'Odianka Chhata' account.
How does this incident affect women's participation in politics?
The BJD argues that such deepfake content undermines women's dignity and may discourage their involvement in public affairs.