Syed Rahim Adnan, a second-year ECE student, was arrested for using artificial intelligence apps to alter images of 36 boys and girls, turning innocent group photos into explicit content. Police recovered over 1,000 edited images from his laptop, with the accused confessing he did it for personal "pleasure."
The horror unfolded when a fellow student spotted the images on Rahim's device and alerted others. Female victims, upon seeing their AI-generated explicit photos, broke down in tears, with many deleting social media accounts out of fear of virality. The campus atmosphere has turned tensegirls hesitate to leave hostels, boys avoid eye contact, and group activities are shrouded in suspicion. Even upcoming events like sports meets are overshadowed by anxiety, as trust among classmates shatters.
Rahim, from a middle-class family in Bilaspurhis father a driver and mother a school teacherwas known for academic excellence in science and computers. However, his actions have derailed his future. Arrested by Rakhi police, he admitted to targeting classmates, including extracting faces from group shots. The institute has expelled him and is now formulating a digital ethics policy, involving psychologists and legal experts to support victims and prevent recurrences.
Experts warn of "digital disinhibition," where technology erodes moral boundaries, enabling harmful behavior online. Dr. Nilesh from RIMS Raipur emphasized the need for ethical tech education amid rapid AI advancements.
This incident highlights growing concerns over deepfake technology and cyber harassment in educational institutions. Authorities continue investigating, urging stricter AI regulations to protect privacy.
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