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DMK Chief Stalin Denies Control Over Party Social Media Posts
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin told the Madras High Court he cannot be held accountable for all posts made by DMK social media handles and party functionaries. The statement came in response to allegations regarding a controversial X post by the party's IT Wing.
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Chief Minister M.K. Stalin appeared before the Madras High Court on Tuesday, asserting that he cannot be held responsible for every social media post made by DMK-affiliated accounts and party workers. His submission addresses mounting scrutiny over content disseminated through official and unofficial party channels on various platforms.
The court proceedings centered on a specific X post allegedly published by the DMK's IT Wing that claimed narcotic drugs case accused John Britto was a relative of Tamil Nadu Transport Minister Aadhav Arjuna. Stalin denied that he had instructed or approved the posting of the contentious message.
The Chief Minister's plea reflects broader challenges faced by political parties in maintaining oversight of social media content distributed across decentralized networks of supporters and functionaries. His assertion raises questions about the chain of command within party digital operations and the extent of central authority over grassroots online communications.
The case highlights the complex intersection of political accountability and social media governance in India, where viral posts can rapidly amplify allegations before verification. The court's examination of Stalin's role underscores judicial scrutiny of senior political leaders' responsibility for statements made in their party's name across digital platforms.