Special Judge Overturns Order on FIR Copy in National Herald Case

A Delhi court has overturned a magisterial court's order for police to provide a copy of an FIR against Rahul and Sonia Gandhi concerning the National Herald case, aligning with the police's claim that the accused aren't entitled to the FIR copy. The FIR details allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.

A Delhi court overturned a magisterial order directing police to provide an FIR copy to Congress leaders Rahul and Sonia Gandhi, involved in the National Herald case.

Special Judge Vishal Gogne reasoned that the accused need only be informed about the registration of the FIR. This decision follows a plea from the Delhi Police, opposing the magisterial directive, insisting the Gandhis do not have rights to the FIR.

The FIR, filed as part of an ED money laundering probe, accuses the Gandhis and others of abuse of power for personal gain, criminal conspiracy, and cheating charges. These are linked to a complaint, not a predicate offence FIR, highlighting the complex legal entanglements in the case.

(With inputs from agencies.)