The Delhi High Court has asked the Union government to clarify whether social media platform X Corp. should be required to participate in the Sahyog portal in cases linked to human trafficking, child trafficking and national security.
About Sahayog Portal:
It is an online platform launched in 2024 to help remove illegal content from the internet quickly.
It allows government agencies to send takedown notices directly to social media platforms and other online intermediaries.
It operates under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, 2000, giving it legal backing.
It ensures that intermediaries act fast while retaining safe harbour protections.
Nodal Ministry:Union Home Ministry
Features of Sahayog Portal:
Centralised Communication: Connects government agencies, state/UT nodal officers, and 65 online intermediaries in a single platform.
Automated Takedown Notices: Sends quick, documented notices to intermediaries for prompt removal of unlawful content.
Legal Backing: Operates under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, 2000, ensuring legal enforcement and consequences for non-compliance.
Separate from Section 69A: Focuses on intermediaries’ responsibility to disable unlawful content rather than government blocking powers.
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