The defamation suit revolves around the allegations made by Swaraj, which Jain claims were intended to damage his political and personal reputation. Jain is particularly upset by the remarks labeling him as “corrupt” and a “fraud.” He argues that these statements have caused significant harm to his standing not only as a politician but also as a husband, father, brother, and public figure.
NEW DELHI: In the ongoing defamation case filed by former Delhi Minister Satyendar Jain against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, the counsel for BJP MP has made submissions in the Rouse Avenue court, alleging that the complaint against her is ‘politically motivated‘.
The case is currently being heard at Rouse Avenue Court, and the court has adjourned the proceedings for further hearing until January 22, 2025.
BRIEF:
The case began when Bansuri Swaraj allegedly made defamatory remarks during an interview aired on October 5, 2023. Jain claims that these statements, which were viewed by millions of people, were false and malicious. Specifically, Swaraj is accused of stating that Rs 3 crores, 1.8 kilograms of gold, and 133 gold coins were recovered from Jain’s house during an Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid. Jain strongly denies these claims and believes they were made to harm his public image.
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Jain’s lawyer, Advocate Rajat Bhardwaj, along with Mohd. Irshad, appeared in court for the former minister. On the other hand, Bansuri Swaraj was represented by Advocate Siddhesh Kotwal. The court issued a notice to Swaraj on December 16, 2024, and directed her to respond to the defamation complaint.
The defamation suit revolves around the allegations made by Swaraj, which Jain claims were intended to damage his political and personal reputation. Jain is particularly upset by the remarks labeling him as “corrupt” and a “fraud.” He argues that these statements have caused significant harm to his standing not only as a politician but also as a husband, father, brother, and public figure.
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Jain’s legal team has emphasized that the allegations were false and malicious, and the damage to his reputation is immeasurable. They argue that the smear campaign has tarnished his image and affected his credibility as a public figure.
Jain’s defamation case has become a significant political issue, with both sides accusing each other of using the legal process for political gain.
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In earlier proceedings, the court had allowed Jain to present pre-summoning evidence before issuing any notices.
The court’s next hearing is scheduled for January 22, 2025, when it will review the submissions and decide on the course of action.
Jain’s defamation case against Bansuri Swaraj continues to unfold, and the next hearing will likely bring more developments. The case is being watched closely by political observers, as it involves high-profile figures from both the AAP and BJP, two of Delhi’s leading political parties.
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