WhatsApp Can Be Sued in Indian Consumer Courts, Rules Uttar Pradesh State Consumer Commission

The Uttar Pradesh State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission ruled that WhatsApp can be sued in Indian consumer courts, as its services impact Indian users. This decision overturned a previous dismissal, affirming that WhatsApp, as a service provider, falls under Indian consumer laws. The commission directed the district forum to register and resolve a complaint from Amitabh Thakur within 90 days.