Archive · 10 Sep 2026
Delhi Police Seek Google Data in Dhruv Rathee Video Probe
Delhi Police are investigating a complaint about a video by YouTuber Dhruv Rathee.
The complaint says the video made offensive claims about revered Hindu figures.
It also alleges that the video misrepresented Hindu scriptures and could create religious tension.
Police examined the video and asked Google and YouTube for account and electronic information.
The platforms asked police for more details about the investigation.
A committee later ordered that the video be removed.
Google and YouTube then restricted access to it in India.
Police said they will finish their report after receiving and reviewing the requested information.
Delhi Police told a Delhi court that their inquiry into a complaint against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee remains underway.
Police are seeking electronic evidence and account details from Google and YouTube concerning the video and its associated account.
Complainant Amita Sachdeva alleged that the video distorted Hindu scriptures, insulted Sanatan Dharma and promoted communal disharmony.
The Grievance Appellate Committee ordered the video removed on July 15, citing its potential to hurt religious sentiments.
Google and YouTube later restricted access to the video within India, while police await platform information before filing a final report.
- Who
- Delhi Police, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee, complainant Amita Sachdeva, Google, YouTube and the Delhi court.
- What
- Police are investigating allegations that a Dhruv Rathee video made derogatory statements about revered Hindu figures and are seeking information from Google and YouTube.
- When
- The complaint was filed on March 22, 2026; the latest status report was given on September 10, 2026. Related actions occurred on June 9, July 3, July 15 and August 11.
- Where
- The proceedings involve a Delhi court and the Delhi High Court; access to the video was restricted within India.
- Why
- Police said they need electronic evidence and account details from Google and YouTube before completing the inquiry and submitting a final status report.
Complainant’s allegations
Police inquiry status
Whether the video harmed religious sentiments
Complainant’s allegations
Amita Sachdeva alleged that the video distorted Hindu scriptures, insulted Sanatan Dharma and made false or malicious claims involving figures including Lord Ram and Sita.
Police inquiry status
Police reported that the video allegedly contained derogatory and offensive statements but said the inquiry is not complete and a final status report has not yet been filed.
Video availability and removal
Complainant’s allegations
The Grievance Appellate Committee ordered the video removed, stating that it had a tendency to hurt religious sentiments.
Police inquiry status
The Delhi High Court recorded that Google and YouTube subsequently restricted access to the video within India; police are still awaiting platform information for their separate inquiry.
- Complaint filed
- March 22, 2026, by Amita Sachdeva
- Subject of inquiry
- A Dhruv Rathee video concerning revered Hindu figures
- Allegations
- The video allegedly distorted Hindu scriptures, insulted Sanatan Dharma and promoted communal disharmony
- Information sought
- Electronic evidence and account details from Google and YouTube
- GAC action
- The Grievance Appellate Committee ordered removal of the video on July 15
- Current access
- Google and YouTube subsequently restricted access within India
- Police position
- The inquiry remains underway and the final status report is pending
