Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Rahul Gandhi Defamation Case Hearing Set for August 21
In 2020, a young woman was allegedly gang-raped, and the incident led to political controversy.
Rahul Gandhi made comments on social media about the case, which led to defamation cases being filed against him.
The court has scheduled the next hearing for August 21 to address these cases.
Three men who were accused in the original case, but acquitted, filed these cases.
The court will review evidence before possibly sending Gandhi a notice and moving towards a trial.
Rahul Gandhi's defamation case hearing regarding 2020 Hathras incident set for August 21.
The case involves remarks made by Gandhi on social media about the alleged gang-rape.
Three individuals, Ravi, Ram Kumar, and Luvkush, filed the defamation cases against Gandhi.
These three were acquitted of rape charges related to the 2020 Hathras incident.
The court will hear evidence and potentially issue a notice to Gandhi after the next hearing.
- Who
- Rahul Gandhi, Advocate Munna Singh Pundir representing the complainants.
- What
- Hearing in a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi.
- When
- August 21, the next hearing date.
- Where
- Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, in a special court.
- Why
- Gandhi's remarks on the 2020 Hathras alleged gang-rape incident.
Rahul Gandhi's Stance
Complainants' Stance
Criticism of handling of the case
Rahul Gandhi's Stance
Gandhi criticized the handling of the Hathras case, focusing on the family's situation and alleged injustice.
Complainants' Stance
The article doesn't explicitly state a counter viewpoint held by any party.
- Defendant
- Rahul Gandhi
- Complainants
- Ravi, Ram Kumar, and Luvkush
- Case Type
- Defamation
- Next Hearing Date
- August 21
- Related Incident
- 2020 Hathras alleged gang-rape
- Accused Status
- Acquitted of rape charges