Court Dismisses Defamation Case Against Tharoor

Court Dismisses Chandrasekhar's Defamation Case Against Tharoor

A Delhi court dismissed a criminal complaint filed by former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor. The complaint accused Tharoor of defamation. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Paras Dalal refused to summon Tharoor, stating that no defamation had occurred.

Chandrasekhar's Allegations and Tharoor's Response

The BJP leader, Chandrasekhar, alleged that Tharoor made false and derogatory statements on national television during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He claimed Tharoor accused him of bribing voters in the Thiruvananthapuram constituency, where they were competing against each other. Chandrasekhar contended that Tharoor's intent was to damage his reputation and influence the election results, knowing the statements were untrue. Tharoor has not yet publicly responded to the court's decision.

Impact on 2024 Lok Sabha Elections

Chandrasekhar's complaint stated that the interviews were aired on various news channels and shared on social media platforms, causing damage to his reputation and ultimately leading to his loss in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. The court took cognizance of the complaint on September 21, 2024.

Delhi High Court Summons Tharoor in Related Defamation Suit

In a separate development, the Delhi High Court summoned Tharoor in a defamation suit filed by Chandrasekhar, seeking ₹10 crore in damages for loss of reputation. Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav scheduled the matter for April 28, 2025. This latest news adds another layer to the legal battle between the two politicians.

Further Legal Proceedings and Public Interest

This dismissal of the criminal complaint is a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute. The upcoming hearing in the Delhi High Court will likely garner significant public attention. The case highlights the increasing use of defamation suits in Indian politics and the potential impact of such allegations on public perception and election outcomes. Many people are interested to see how the courts handle this. More updates on this case are expected as the legal proceedings continue.

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