On Saturday Bhiwandi magistrate’s court has deferred the hearing of a defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to May 2. This case stems from a statement allegedly made by Gandhi during an election rally near Bhiwandi on March 6, 2014.
The Bhiwandi magistrate’s court on Saturday has deferred the hearing of a defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to May 2. This decision was announced by Gandhi’s legal representative, signaling another pause in the prolonged legal battle that has captured the attention of political and legal circles alike.
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The case, which has been a point of contention, stems from a statement allegedly made by Gandhi during an election rally near Bhiwandi on March 6, 2014. According to the complaint filed by Rajesh Kunte, a local member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Gandhi accused the RSS of being involved in the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, stating that
“the RSS people killed (Mahatma) Gandhi.”
This accusation has led to the ongoing defamation suit against the Congress leader, highlighting the intense political rivalry and historical contention between the parties involved.
Rahul Gandhi’s counsel, Advocate Narayan Iyer, presented an application for adjournment, citing the reason that a writ petition filed by the Wayanad Member of Parliament in the Bombay High Court regarding the defamation case is still pending. This legal maneuver is part of the defense’s strategy to ensure that all related legal proceedings are considered and resolved before moving forward with the defamation case.
The request for adjournment, however, was met with opposition from Advocate Prabodh P Jaywant, representing the plaintiff, Rajesh Kunte. Jaywant argued against the delay, pointing out that the court had previously imposed a penalty on the complainant for seeking an adjournment and insisted that the same standards should apply to the accused, Rahul Gandhi. This exchange underscores the legal tug-of-war and the high stakes involved in this defamation case.
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After considering the arguments from both sides, Judicial Magistrate (First Class) L C Wadikar decided to adjourn the hearing until May 2. This decision adds another chapter to the ongoing legal saga, which has seen numerous twists and turns since its inception in 2014.
In a related note, Rahul Gandhi was in Thane city on the same day, addressing the public as part of his Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra. This political campaign, aimed at uniting and bringing justice across the country, has been a platform for Gandhi to connect with the masses and address various issues facing the nation.
The defamation case against Rahul Gandhi in Bhiwandi continues to be a significant legal and political matter, reflecting the deep-seated tensions between the Congress party and the RSS. As the case progresses, it remains to be seen how the legal arguments will unfold and what implications they will have for the involved parties and their political agendas.
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