The Supreme Court dismisses FIRs against stand-up comedian Samay Raina and four other social media personalities for alleged insensitive remarks about persons with disabilities. A three-judge Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana passes the order.
The outlets also report that the court takes note of steps taken by the individuals after the controversy. The Hindu and Scroll.in say the court appreciates their efforts to organise a chess tournament in March for disabled persons and to conduct awareness programmes and raise funds for disability-related organisations. Times of India adds that earlier the court had directed public apologies and that the case follows a chain of complaints triggered by public outrage over the remarks.
While the core outcome is the same across reports—quashing of FIRs—the emphasis differs. Mint focuses on the dismissal of the FIRs, The Hindu and Scroll.in highlight the awareness and support initiatives, and Times of India also mentions the court’s view on broader protection for the dignity of persons with disabilities.
