TikTok suspends Faizal Siddiqui

TikTok suspends Faizal Siddiqui after row over video makes it focus of social media wrath

TikTok India has suspended its popular star Faizal Siddiqui’s account following a backlash over a video of his that allegedly glorified acid attacks. “We stand committed to extending our support to law enforcement agencies for any further action,” a TikTok spokesperson told indianexpress.com.

However, the incident triggered an avalanche of hate for the platform on social media with many calling for action against it for not policing the content better.

National Commission of Women in India chairperson Rekha Sharma has called for a ban of the app in the country and said she will be writing to GOI. “It not only has these objectionable videos but also pushing youngsters towards unproductive life where they are living only for few followers and even dying when the numbers decline,” she said.n an email statement, the TikTok spokesperson clarified that “as per policy, we do not allow content that risks safety of others, promotes physical harm or glorifies violence against women”. The spokesperson added, “The behaviour in question violates our guidelines and we have taken down content, suspended the account, and are working with law enforcement agencies as appropriate.” The company reiterated that keeping its users safe if a “top priority” and what is not acceptable is “clear in our Term of Service and Community Guidelines”.