India's Ruling Party Leverages AI to Amplify Hate Speech in Assam, Exacerbating Communal Tensions with Bangladesh
Original framing: “How India’s Ruling Party is Using AI to Boost Hate Speech in States Near Bangladesh” — Bellingcat
The use of AI to disseminate hate speech in Assam is a symptom of a broader strategy to polarize Indian society along communal lines, drawing on a deep well of historical grievances and communal sentiment. The 1983 Nellie Massacre and the 2014 Assam riots are just two examples of the devastating consequences of this approach.
The use of AI to amplify hate speech in Assam is a symptom of a broader strategy to polarize Indian society along communal lines, drawing on a deep well of historical grievances and communal sentiment.
By neglecting the perspectives of marginalized communities, the BJP is perpetuating a cycle of exclusion and marginalization that is deeply damaging to social cohesion and economic development. To counter this approach, it is essential to strengthen community engagement and social cohesion, regulate social media and online hate speech, and promote inclusive and representative governance in Assam. By taking a proactive and inclusive approach to governance, we can create a more resilient and inclusive society that is better equipped to address the challenges of the 21st century.