Grok AI Error: PM Modi's Dhivehi Post Twisted with Anti-India Claim

A fresh controversy has erupted on X, formerly Twitter, after Grok, the platform’s AI assistant, incorrectly translated a diplomatic post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, transforming a routine message of goodwill toward the Maldives into a politically charged statement referring to “anti-India campaigns.” The erroneous translation quickly drew attention, given the sensitive nature of India–Maldives relations in recent months.

The issue surfaced when users compared Grok’s displayed “translation” with the original post written by Prime Minister Modi in Dhivehi. The original message was a customary response thanking Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu for extending Republic Day wishes to India. However, Grok’s version introduced language and intent that were entirely absent from the original text, significantly altering its tone and meaning.

The mistranslation sparked concern among diplomats, analysts, and social media users, many of whom warned that such inaccuracies could fuel unnecessary political controversy. Given the recent ups and downs in ties between India and the Maldives, observers noted that even small misrepresentations of official communication could have outsized diplomatic consequences.

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Several users on X pointed out that Grok’s output was not a minor linguistic error but a substantive distortion, inserting references to geopolitical tensions that were never mentioned. Critics argued that presenting such content as a “translation” risks misleading readers who rely on AI tools to understand foreign-language posts by global leaders.

The incident has also reignited a broader debate about the reliability of AI-generated translations on social media platforms, especially when they involve high-level political or diplomatic communication. Experts cautioned that automated tools must clearly flag uncertainty or avoid speculative phrasing, particularly in sensitive international contexts.

As of now, there has been no official response from X or the developers behind Grok addressing the specific mistranslation. However, the episode has underscored growing calls for stronger safeguards, transparency, and human oversight when AI systems are used to interpret and present statements made by heads of state.

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