Global search engine giant, Google, has said that it would not take part in censoring content or editing it on its network. But, the company would act to redress complaints, if any. Shailesh Rao, MD of Google India, said that the timeline to remove objectionable content is between 10 minutes and 24 hours. 

Publishing of content or any product like Google Earth, would always invite discussions about the merits. Rao further added that it is a part of natural conversation about the right rules and the permissible extent of freedom of speech in India. 

He said that there have been no significant changes in policy or product development efforts. Google is in the process of discussing with India, about certain sensitive sites viewable on Google Earth. The company engages public sector at both state and central levels, law enforcement agencies, and educators about content publishing and expanse, discussing about what should or should not work in India.

The company’s most popular geo product, Google Earth, has created clamour with the Government of India. The government has been asking Google to cut down on detailed images of sensitive sites, citing security concerns. The government had come up with a list of sensitive sites, including military bases and government buildings. Google had replied that it has been discussing with the government about the security worries regarding Google Earth.

The government is worried about detailed images of sensitive sites such as nuclear power plants, buildings of security services, etc. Google Earth can easily be downloaded and gives users access to satellite pictures.