Archive · 4 Oct 2025
Rahul Gandhi's Defamation Case Hearing Deferred to October 9
Imagine a case where someone said something mean about another person, and now they have to go to court.
Rahul Gandhi, a leader, is involved in such a case because of something he said about Amit Shah.
The court was supposed to make a decision, but the judge couldn't make it, so they moved the court date.
Now, everyone will wait to see if Rahul Gandhi has to show up in court every time, or if he can skip some appearances.
People from his party want him to focus on his job, but others believe he should attend like anyone else.
A hearing in a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi was deferred.
The case is regarding remarks made about Amit Shah in 2018.
Rahul Gandhi has sought exemption from personal court appearances.
The court's decision on Gandhi's request was expected on October 4.
The next hearing date is set for October 9.
- Who
- Rahul Gandhi, Amit Shah, Pratap Katiyar
- What
- Hearing in a defamation case was deferred.
- When
- The hearing was scheduled for October 4, with the next hearing on October 9. The remarks were made in 2018.
- Where
- MP-MLA special court in Chaibasa
- Why
- The judge was on leave, leading to the deferral.
Rahul Gandhi's Supporters
Prosecution Lawyer
Court Appearances
Rahul Gandhi's Supporters
Rahul Gandhi's national responsibilities make frequent court appearances difficult.
Prosecution Lawyer
The law is equal for everyone, and Rahul Gandhi should appear before the court regularly.
- Case Type
- Defamation
- Defendant
- Rahul Gandhi
- Plaintiff
- Pratap Katiyar (BJP leader)
- Court
- MP-MLA special court in Chaibasa
- Next Hearing Date
- October 9
- Regarding
- Alleged objectionable remarks about Amit Shah
- Exemption Sought
- From personal appearance