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News India Live, Digital Desk: During the Karnataka elections in 2018, Rahul Gandhi had allegedly made objectionable remarks against Amit Shah, after which BJP leader Vijay Mishra had filed a defamation case against him. Rahul Gandhi reached Sultanpur on Friday to present his side in this matter.
Key Highlights of the Case
1. Rahul Gandhi’s statement (Section 313): Rahul Gandhi’s statement was recorded in the court under Section 313 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Rahul Gandhi clearly stated before the Court:
“All the allegations leveled against me are baseless and false. This case is completely politically motivated and has been brought up to harass me.”
2. What was the whole matter? The controversy started when Rahul Gandhi used the words ‘accused in murder case’ while addressing Amit Shah in a press conference. However, Amit Shah had already been acquitted by the court in the Sohrabuddin Sheikh encounter case. Based on this, a defamation claim was filed against him.
3. Tight security arrangements: In view of Rahul Gandhi’s appearance, tight security arrangements were made in the Sultanpur court premises and surrounding areas. A large number of Congress workers were also present there to welcome him.
What will happen next now?
Next date: Court for next hearing of this case March 2026 The date has been fixed.
Turn of witnesses: Now the complaining party will be given a chance to present more evidence or witnesses in support of its allegations.
Brief Events (Timeline)
May 2018: Rahul Gandhi made the alleged comment.
August 2018: Vijay Mishra filed a complaint in Sultanpur court.
February 2024: Rahul Gandhi got bail in this case.
February 2026: The statement was recorded personally in the court.
