Srinagar February 19 (KNS): Molvi Imran Raza Ansari, President of the All Jammu & Kashmir Shia Association, has issued an urgent call to address the escalating threat posed by DeepFake and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, emphasizing the need for ethical responsibility in the digital age. In a strongly worded statement, he warned against the unchecked sharing of personal images on social media, stressing that such practices enable malicious actors to exploit technology for harm. “Islam teaches us to uphold the dignity of every individual, and it is our collective duty to ensure technology does not become a tool for oppression,” Ansari asserted. He highlighted the alarming rise in AI-generated content that distorts reality, urging immediate action to protect societal values and individual privacy.
Molvi Imran Raza Ansari expressed profound concern over the targeted misuse of these technologies to create and circulate non-consensual explicit imagery, particularly of women, which violates both religious principles and universal human rights. He further condemned such acts as “a gross affront to morality and a betrayal of the trust placed in technological progress.” He emphasized, “The creation of fabricated, indecent content targeting women is not only a cybercrime but a sin that erodes the fabric of our society. We must stand united to shield our sisters, daughters, and mothers from such digital exploitation.” Ansari underscored the irreversible psychological and social trauma inflicted on victims, calling for compassion and solidarity in combating this menace.
To address these challenges, Ansari outlined a multipronged strategy, demanding stricter legal penalties for perpetrators, enhanced cooperation with tech firms to develop detection tools, and nationwide campaigns to educate users on identifying and reporting AI-generated fraud.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel“Laws must evolve with technology to deliver justice, while platforms must prioritize ethical safeguards over profit,” he insisted. Ansari also urged social media companies to adopt stringent content moderation policies and AI watermarking systems to curb misinformation. “Technology companies bear a moral responsibility to prevent their innovations from being weaponized against the vulnerable,” he added, advocating for a collaborative approach between governments, civil society, and the private sector.
In his closing remarks, Ansari appealed to communities to foster a culture of digital accountability and respect. “Our faith commands us to protect one another’s honor—online and offline. Let us use technology to uplift, not destroy,” he urged. He called upon religious leaders, educators, and families to educate youth on the ethical implications of AI and the sanctity of privacy. “This is not merely a legal battle but a fight for our shared humanity. Together, we can ensure progress does not come at the cost of our values,” he concluded.
The All Jammu & Kashmir Shia Association reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for victims’ rights and promoting responsible digital citizenship.(KNS)