Maharashtra wants Google Maps content censored

Maharashtra wants Google Maps content censored

Maharashtra government has said that they are checking legal options to get Google to censor images on Google Earth which showcases sensitive locations in the state.

The aim is to avoid showcasing content which might help terrorists plan attacks on these locations.

Maharashtra Minister of State for Home Naseem Khan said in a statement: “We want Google Earth censored. We shall submit a proposal to the center and other concerned agencies to implement it as soon as possible.”

The Maharashtra government said that they believe the recent terror attack in Mumbai was aided by the images available through the Google Maps service.

Khan added: “We have scores of sensitive and ultra-sensitive locations in Mumbai, Maharashtra and the rest of the country that can be easily viewed on Google Earth maps. We want at least sensitive locations like defense installations, government headquarters, legislature buildings, important places of worship, ports, docks and other similar sites to be left out on the satellite maps.”