On January 20, 2023, the Department of Consumer Affairs of India released new rules for influencers called, "Endorsement Know Hows" targeting celebrities, influencers and virtual influencers.
The government made it mandatory for social media influencers to disclose all "material" interest such as gifts, hotel accommodation, equity, discounts and awards when endorsing any products, services or scheme.
These new guidelines have been issued by the Department of Consumers Affairs, which released Endorsement Know Hows for celebrities, influencers and virtual media influencers (Avatar or computer generated character) on social media platforms. aaa
NL Corresspondent The government on Friday made it mandatory for social media influencers to disclose their “material” interest in endorsing products and services and violations can attract strict legal action, including ban on endorsements. The regulations are part of continuing efforts to curb misleading advertisements as well protect the interests of consumers amid the expanding