Delhi High Court moves for contempt over defamatory posts targeting excise case judge

Judge says she cannot stay silent over circulated content

The Delhi High Court has announced it will initiate contempt proceedings against defamatory content circulated online targeting Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma. The judge said the material is linked to the Delhi excise policy case and was discussed in open court. Justice Sharma indicated she cannot remain silent, adding that a detailed order will be issued later today.