The challenges of making political videos in India

As politicians battle it out for a billion votes in India, influencers are being lined up to play a crucial role in reaching the young, the disinterested and the disillusioned.

But making political content is not easy - it can leave creators at risk of trolling, threats and even legal cases.

YouTuber Sham Sharma, who makes content in favour of the governing Bharatiya Janata Party, talks about the challenges of sharing his views online.

3 May 2024