SUPREME COURT SEEKS RAHUL GANDHI’S RESPONSE TO ALLEGATION INVOLVING PREGNANT JOURNALIST

October 27, 2026

NEW DELHI, October 27, 2026: The Supreme Court has sought a response from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over an allegation that he pushed a pregnant journalist, bringing the matter under renewed judicial scrutiny.

The proceedings concern a complaint alleging that Gandhi was involved in an incident in which a pregnant journalist was allegedly pushed. The court has sought his response as it considers the issues raised in the case.

The development places the allegation before the country's highest judicial forum, although the court's notice does not establish that the alleged incident occurred or determine Gandhi's responsibility. The claims remain allegations pending consideration through the legal process.

The case also highlights the legal and public scrutiny that can arise when allegations involving prominent political figures are brought before the courts. Gandhi's response and the subsequent proceedings are expected to clarify the issues requiring judicial consideration.

Further details about the complaint, the circumstances of the alleged incident and the court's next steps remain subject to the proceedings.