Indian Court Orders Takedown of Controversial Adani-Modi Documentary

News Desk

KOLKATA: An Indian court has mandated the removal of an online documentary by Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia, which alleges cronyism involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi and billionaire Gautam Adani.

The Kolkata High Court issued the order after Adani Enterprises filed a defamation lawsuit against the film, which has attracted millions of views on social media.

In its complaint, Adani Enterprises argued that the documentary is filled with falsehoods and has raised concerns among unnamed investors regarding the company’s reputation.

The court characterized the film as a “dramatised narrative” rather than a factual news report, emphasizing the need to protect the integrity of public figures.

This ruling underscores the ongoing tensions in India surrounding media freedom and the influence of powerful business figures in politics.

The documentary’s removal may have implications for public discourse, particularly regarding the scrutiny of political and corporate relationships in the country.

As the situation develops, it remains to be seen whether further legal actions will be pursued by either party or if the documentary will find a way to be re-released under different circumstances.

Observers are closely monitoring the impact of this case on the broader media landscape in India.