Defamation Case Against Rahul Gandhi Postponed Due to Plaintiff's Ill Health

The MP-MLA court in Sultanpur postponed the hearing of a defamation case against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi due to the plaintiff's ill health. The court rescheduled the hearing for September 5. The case stems from Gandhi's alleged objectionable remarks against BJP leader Amit Shah in 2018.

The MP-MLA court in Sultanpur was unable to proceed with a defamation case Friday against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. The plaintiff, Vijay Mishra, cited ill health as the reason for his absence, according to his lawyer Santosh Kumar Pandey.

Consequently, the court has rescheduled the hearing for September 5, Pandey revealed. During this period, the plaintiff is expected to present evidence through his legal representative.

The case, originating from Gandhi's controversial 2018 remarks about BJP leader Amit Shah, saw Gandhi surrendering to the court in February 2024. Following his initial bail, Gandhi has made several court appearances, with the most recent statement recorded on July 26.

(With inputs from agencies.)