India's Got Latent Row: SC Quashes All FIRs Against Samay Raina, 4 Other Comedians Over Insensitive Remarks About Persons With Disabilities
The Supreme Court on Friday (August 14) quashed the criminal proceedings against comedian and YouTuber Samay Raina and four other comedians over insensitive remarks concerning persons with disabilities on India’s Got Latent. According to reports, the bench, comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, passed the order on August 14. Apart from Samay Raina…
On August 14, the Supreme Court dismissed all criminal proceedings against comedian Samay Raina and four other comedians over insensitive remarks about persons with disabilities made on India’s Got Latent. The bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, also encouraged the comedians for their efforts to organize events for the benefit of persons with disabilities.
The court stressed that genuine efforts would lead to positive outcomes. The controversy began after multiple complaints and FIRs were lodged across states, alleging obscenity and indecent language. Although the court granted interim protection to Ranveer Allahbadia, who sought relief in the case, his plea remains pending. The court had previously criticized Allahbadia's remarks and balanced freedom of expression with social responsibility.
The legal battle highlighted the tension between these principles, with the court warning Raina against taking the court lightly and emphasizing the need to respect its directions.
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