The Indian National Congress on Thursday shared an AI-generated satirical video criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the proposed India–United States trade agreement, triggering political debate and mixed reactions across social media platforms.
The video, posted on the party’s official social media handle, is presented as satire and uses artificial intelligence to depict a fictional exchange between Modi and former US President Donald Trump.
What the Video Depicts
In the video, Prime Minister Modi is shown allegedly agreeing to reduce tariffs on Indian exports to 18 per cent, commit India to purchasing $500 billion worth of US goods, and dilute the Make in India initiative.
The content also alludes to pressure from the US side, including references to the recently unsealed Epstein-related documents. These elements are presented in a satirical and exaggerated manner.
Congress Position
Congress leaders described the video as political satire aimed at questioning transparency and accountability in ongoing trade negotiations.
The party has argued that satire is a legitimate form of political expression and criticism.
Trade Deal: The Inside Story pic.twitter.com/mnOVz63y9J
— Congress (@INCIndia) February 5, 2026
Government Response
The Union government has rejected suggestions that India has finalised any such trade commitments, stating that negotiations with the United States are still ongoing.
Officials have clarified that figures cited by the US side include existing commercial commitments and that sensitive sectors such as agriculture and dairy will remain protected.
Reaction to AI-Generated Content
The video drew criticism from some political opponents and commentators, who described the use of AI-generated deepfake content as misleading and irresponsible.
Others defended the video as satire, pointing out that it was clearly marked as fictional and part of political messaging.
Epstein Document References
The video’s references to Epstein-related documents come amid the recent release of court files in the United States. Indian government sources have stated that there is no evidence of wrongdoing involving the Prime Minister.
Officials have dismissed attempts to link unrelated legal documents to India’s trade negotiations.
Trade Deal Status
Following President Trump’s announcement on February 2, Indian officials said further clarification and formal negotiations are required before any agreement is finalised.
A joint statement or framework is expected to be issued in the coming weeks, with March cited as a possible timeline by some officials.
Broader Political Context
The episode highlights the increasing use of artificial intelligence in political messaging, as well as growing debate over the boundaries between satire, misinformation, and public discourse.
The controversy is likely to continue as Parliament and political parties debate the substance and communication of India’s trade negotiations.
