Odisha plans strict law against social media abuse, hate speech

Odisha is planning stringent legal action against abusive social media posts, with a new law proposed to curb online defamation and offensive content. The State Law Commission recommended the 'Prevention of Hate Speech and Hate Crime Act' to address the growing toxicity on digital platforms.

Apr 8, 2026 1

Odisha plans strict law against social media abuse, hate speech
Odisha is planning stringent legal action against abusive social media posts, with a new law proposed to curb online defamation and offensive content. The State Law Commission recommended the 'Prevention of Hate Speech and Hate Crime Act' to address the growing toxicity on digital platforms.
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