Delhi High Court Upholds Medha Patkar's Conviction in Defamation Suit
The Delhi High Court confirmed the conviction of activist Medha Patkar in a defamation case brought by Delhi LG V K Saxena. The court saw no reason to interfere with the trial court's decision. The lawsuit was filed 23 years ago by Saxena, then leading a Gujarat NGO.
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The Delhi High Court has upheld the conviction and sentencing of renowned activist Medha Patkar in a defamation case initiated by Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena.
The ruling, delivered by Justice Shalinder Kaur, affirmed the trial court's decision, declaring it free of any legal errors or need for revision.
The defamation suit traces back 23 years, when Saxena was at the helm of a non-governmental organization in Gujarat. This development marks a significant legal step in the longstanding case.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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