Big blow to AAP in Kejriwal case, fake claim spread in the name of Delhi High Court judge, court takes strict stance

News India Live, Digital Desk: The troubles of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the matter related to the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal are not showing any signs of abating. Now a new controversy has arisen regarding a misleading claim being spread on social media in the name of Honorable Delhi High Court Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma. The court has taken a very strict stance in this matter and made it clear that any kind of false statement in the name of judiciary will not be tolerated.

What is the whole matter and the truth of the ‘fake’ claim?

In fact, it was being claimed by some supporters and handles of Aam Aadmi Party on social media that Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma has raised serious questions on the investigating agency regarding the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal or has made any comment in his favor. As soon as this matter came to the notice of the court, a clarification was immediately issued on this. The investigation found that the words or comments that were being quoted in the name of the judge were not actually part of the court proceedings.

Trying to tarnish the image of the judiciary?

Legal experts believe that spreading such fake news in sensitive matters is not only an attempt to influence the court proceedings, but it can also directly fall under the ambit of ‘contempt of court’. The Administrative Department of the High Court has expressed strong objection to this. It has been clarified that Justice Swarn Kanta Sharma never said those things which are being made viral on social media.

Difficulties for AAP leaders may increase

After this matter came to light, the chances of legal action being tightened have increased. The court has directed that distorting any court order or comment is a legal offence. If any big leader or official is found involved in this misleading propaganda, they may have to face tough questions from the court. At present, the accounts spreading this fake claim are being identified.

Strict warning against fake news on social media

The High Court has made it clear that social media platforms should follow their limits. Especially in judicial matters, making any claim without an official order or certified copy can be dangerous. In a high-profile case like the arrest of the Chief Minister, such misinformation sends a wrong message to the public, which the court has taken extremely seriously.