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Supreme Court Notice on Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Controversial Statements: Legal Battle Intensifies

The legal saga surrounding DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin’s controversial remarks regarding Sanatan Dharma has taken another turn as the Supreme Court issues notice on an amended petition filed by him. The court, after the summer vacation, is set to hear the amended plea which seeks to combine multiple FIRs registered against him in various states.

In the latest development, the court had advised Stalin’s lawyer, Abhishek Manu Singhvi, to consider filing the case under Section 406 of the CrPC instead of Article 32. However, Stalin has proceeded with the amended petition, urging the court to transfer the cases filed in Maharashtra, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Jammu and Kashmir to a single jurisdiction.

The crux of the matter lies in Udhayanidhi Stalin’s contentious comparison of Sanatan Dharma with diseases like malaria and dengue, made in September last year. This statement not only sparked political uproar but also led to multiple criminal complaints and a petition in the Supreme Court seeking action against him.

During previous hearings, the court expressed concern over the potential consequences of Stalin’s statements, reminding his counsel that as a minister, he should be aware of the ramifications of his words. The court’s rebuke highlighted the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that public figures bear a greater responsibility in exercising their freedom of speech.

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Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Stalin, clarified that they are not justifying the controversial comments but addressing the legal challenges posed by multiple FIRs across states. The court’s scrutiny underscores the delicate balance between freedom of expression and accountability, particularly for those in positions of power.

As the legal battle unfolds, it raises broader questions about the limits of political discourse and the legal mechanisms to address contentious statements. The Supreme Court’s forthcoming decision on the amended petition will likely shape the trajectory of this high-profile case, with implications for both freedom of speech and political accountability.

Kavya Bhatt

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