Google to report child abuse content directly to Indian authorities
The decision comes after two Indian government sources told Reuters they had in recent weeks pressed tech companies like Google and Microsoft to report child abuse content concerning India directly
Google announced on Monday (September 22, 2026) that it will now directly report child sexual abuse material to Indian authorities. This marks a shift from the current practice where such reports are first sent to the U.S.-based National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. The move comes after Indian government officials urged major tech companies like Google and Microsoft to take direct action, citing concerns over delays in reporting that could put children at risk.
Google spokesperson stated that the company invests heavily in detecting, deterring, removing, and reporting child sexual abuse material, describing the new reporting process as part of its ongoing discussions with the Indian government. The decision aligns with Meta's recent announcement of a similar policy, following weeks of friction with Indian officials over the delay in reporting child sexual abuse material on their platforms.
Both tech giants currently route reports to the U.S. nonprofit, which then forwards them to the appropriate law enforcement agencies.
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