The Hindu·3 min read·medium
SC declines plea to restrain TVK leaders’ remarks on Karur stampede
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Krishnadas Rajagopal
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The Supreme Court of India declined a plea to gag TVK leaders from making public statements about the Karur stampede, citing the importance of free speech. The court advised political rivals to counter accusations with their own speech rather than seeking judicial intervention.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) said restraining Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leaders from making public statements linking political rivals with the Karur stampede may amount to an injunction on “free speech”.
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