RSS-linked complaints heard in Sultanpur and Maharashtra
February 21, 2026: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is facing fresh legal proceedings in two separate defamation cases filed by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Hearings are scheduled on February 20 and 21, 2026, in different jurisdictions, drawing significant political attention amid the Congress leader’s recent remarks concerning the organisation.
On February 20, Gandhi appeared before a court in Sultanpur in Uttar Pradesh in connection with one of the complaints. He is currently on a scheduled visit to Maharashtra, covering Thane and Bhiwandi, where he is expected to respond to the second case. Legal experts note that defamation matters in India can proceed in multiple states depending on where the complaint is filed, requiring strict compliance with court procedures.
The cases have intensified political debate given Gandhi’s prominent role in national politics. Party leaders and authorities are closely monitoring the developments as courts proceed with the scheduled timelines. Public and media interest remains high, reflecting the sensitivity surrounding defamation disputes involving senior political figures.