A Delhi court has called YouTuber Dhruv Rathee to appear in court because of a defamation case. This case was filed by Suresh Karamshi Nakhua, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
What Happened To Dhruv Rathee?
Vlogger Dhruv Rathee who posted a video informing the readers that Suresh Karamshi Nakhua is a violent and abusive troll. This video was produced and uploaded on July 7 on Rathee’s YouTube channel. These words which Nakhua deemed have brought a negative reputation to him, he sued the defendant.
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Court’s Decision
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On July 19, District Judge Gunjan Gupta from the Saket Court in Delhi issued a summons. This means that Dhruv Rathee has to come to court to respond to the defamation case. The judge also sent a notice to Rathee about Nakhua’s request for temporary relief until the case is decided. The court will hear this case on August 6.
The court’s order said “Issue summons of the suit and notice of the application to the defendants by all modes, including electronic mode, for 06.08.2024. Process be also given by hand, as prayed.”
Nakhua’s Allegations
In his complaint, Nakhua stated that Dhruv Rathee pointed fingers at him with grave accusations that he could not even prove. He states that he thinks the video was produced for the purpose of attacking him. Nakhua said this video is fabricated and has no foundation. He described these accusations as establishing doubt and eradicating his sociability.
Nakhua added that he wanted to explain that the statements of the video would harm him in the future both personally and in his profession. He said, “The sent video is meant to harm my character and reputation in the society. These false allegations can directly affect me in a negative way and for a long time.”
This case shows the growing conflict between political figures and social media influencers. It highlights the legal risks of making strong statements online. The upcoming hearing will be important to see how the court handles this balance between free speech and protecting someone’s reputation.
What’s Next?
On August 6, the court will listen to both sides. The judge will decide if Nakhua should get temporary relief or if the case should move forward. The outcome could set an example for similar cases in the future.
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