Counsel representing BJP Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha praised the Delhi High Court’s decision to remove five defamatory online posts. The court emphasized that freedom of speech should not be misused for organized defamation campaigns. The order did not grant a blanket direction for removing all flagged content.
Advocates for Chadha expressed satisfaction with the court’s order, highlighting the protection it provides against defamatory content on social media. They emphasized the importance of preventing orchestrated campaigns aimed at character assassination. Chadha’s legal team revealed evidence of a coordinated social media campaign to tarnish his public image.
The court’s ruling was described as a significant step in combating online defamation and safeguarding public discourse. Justice Subramonium Prasad directed the removal of five posts deemed defamatory. The dispute was found not to involve violation of personality rights, focusing instead on criticism of a political decision.
Chadha had sought protection of his personality and publicity rights against unauthorized use of his identity online. The court differentiated between criticism and defamation, noting the subtle distinction. The case involved allegations of Chadha switching parties and being portrayed in a negative light.
