Sultanpur Court News: Rahul Gandhi Acquitted in 2018 Defamation Case, Congress Celebrates Verdict

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has been acquitted by a court in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh, in a case dating back to 2018 over alleged objectionable remarks about Amit Shah, who was then the BJP president. The court’s decision triggered celebrations among Congress workers gathered outside the courthouse, with party supporters raising slogans, beating drums, dancing and bursting firecrackers. Rahul Gandhi had appeared before the court in compliance with its direction requiring his personal presence for the proceedings. Following the verdict, Congress workers described the decision as a victory for truth and justice, while criticising the BJP and alleging that the case was an attempt to target the Congress leader politically. Several supporters raised slogans of “Satyamev Jayate” and “Rahul Gandhi Zindabad” as the celebrations continued outside the court. Congress leaders and party representatives were also present in Sultanpur during the proceedings. Among those seen with Rahul Gandhi were senior Congress leader Pramod Tiwari and newly appointed Uttar Pradesh Congress president Aradhana Mishra Mona. Supporters welcomed the verdict with enthusiasm, with some describing the day as a Diwali-like celebration for the party. The case originated from remarks Rahul Gandhi allegedly made about Amit Shah in 2018, which subsequently led to legal proceedings. The court’s decision marks a significant development in the long-running case. Congress workers expressed confidence following the outcome, while political reactions focused on the implications of the verdict.