BJD Lodges FIR Over Alleged AI-Generated Deepfake Videos Targeting Smt. Sujata Rout Karthikeyan
- Demands Strict Legal Action
Bhubaneswar, 18/10/2026: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has strongly condemned the alleged circulation of AI-generated deepfake videos and voice-cloned content targeting senior woman leader Smt. Sujata Rout Karthikeyan. The party lodged a formal police complaint at Capital Police Station, Bhubaneswar, demanding an FIR, a thorough investigation and strict legal action against those responsible.
The complaint, submitted by Ms. Amrita Mishra, sought action against the unknown operators of the social media account “Odianka Chhata” on Instagram and Facebook. According to the complaint, videos allegedly uploaded on 18 October 2026 used artificial intelligence and voice-cloning technology to circulate fabricated content, including an alleged portrayal of Smt. Sujata Rout Karthikeyan threatening the Principal of Kendrapara Autonomous College in connection with student elections.
The BJD demanded the immediate identification of those operating the accounts, preservation and forensic examination of digital evidence, and appropriate legal action against all persons found involved. The party also urged the police to obtain relevant information from Meta Platforms through lawful procedures and take necessary steps to prevent further circulation of the allegedly defamatory content.
The party asserted that the alleged misuse of artificial intelligence to fabricate statements, malign a woman leader and mislead the public was a serious matter that warranted immediate intervention. The BJD called upon the police to ensure an impartial investigation and hold those responsible accountable in accordance with the law.
Smt. Sulata Deo, MP (Rajya Sabha), Ipsita Sahoo, President of Biju Chhatra Janata Dal (BCJD), Dr. Lenin Mohanty, Media Coordinator, Shri Rocky Das,Ms. Manasi Sunderray,Ms. Ila Swain, Shri Neelamadhav Mohanty,Ms. Sonali Behera,and other youth and student leaders were present on the occasion.
