TDP MP, Kijarapau Ram Mohan Naidu, on Tuesday sought priority to be accorded for the security of women.

In a letter to Union Minister for Communication and Electronics, Aswini Vaishnaw, Ram Mohan Naidu expressed concern over the increasing use of deep fake technologies which are posing potential threats to the rights and privacy of individuals, particularly women. Artificial intelligence has brought about numerous positive advancements but at the same time it is equally important to address the challenges posed in the form of deep fake technology, the TDP MP said in the letter.

This deep fake technology allows for the creation of hyper-realistic videos, audio recordings and other content that can be manipulated and fabricated, he felt that such malicious use of the technology can lead to serious consequences. “It is thus imperative that we take steps to safeguard the rights of our citizens,” Ram Mohan Naidu appealed to the Union Minister.

He requested the Minister to form a committee with experts in Artificial Intelligence, legal professionals and representatives from civil society organisations to monitor the use of deep fake technology. The TDP MP also gave some suggestions on how this committee can function.

“It is essential to strike a balance between protecting individual rights and fostering innovation in the field of Artificial Intelligence as the society is already witnessing the adverse effects of deep fake technology,” Ram Mohan Naidu said in the letter and sought proactive measures to mitigate these risks.