A Delhi court has taken action against Dhruv Rathee following allegations made by BJP leader Suresh Karamshi Nakhua, as reported by Bar and Bench. Nakhua filed a defamation case after Rathee allegedly referred to him as a ‘violent and abusive’ troll.
Court Issues Summons and Notice
District Judge Gunjan Gupta of the Saket Court issued summons to Dhruv Rathee on July 19, also notifying him about Nakhua’s plea for interim relief. The court scheduled the next hearing for August 6. The order stated, “Issue summons of the suit and notice of the application u/o 39 Rule 1 and 2 CPC to the defendants, subject to steps by all modes i.e. PF & RC/Speed Post/ Approved Courier including electronic mode for 06.08.2024. Process be also given dasti, as prayed.”
Allegations and Legal Proceedings
According to Nakhua, who serves as a spokesperson for BJP’s Mumbai unit, Rathee made defamatory remarks in a video titled “My Reply to Godi Youtubers | Elvish Yadav | Dhruv Rathee” uploaded on July 7, 2024. Nakhua claimed the accusations lacked basis and aimed to tarnish his reputation.
The suit argued, “That Defendant No.1 [Dhruv Rathee], who in a highly provocative and incendiary video that spread like wildfire across digital platforms, made bold and unsubstantiated claims against the Plaintiff. The insidious intent behind this video lies in its unfounded insinuation that the Plaintiff is somehow linked to violent and abusive troll activities.”
Nakhua further stated that Rathee’s allegations led to widespread condemnation and ridicule, impacting both his personal and professional life. The lawsuit emphasized the damaging consequences of false accusations on his integrity and standing in society.