'If this is not arrogance ... ': Why SC reprimanded Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia
The Supreme Court of India reprimanded comedian Samay Raina and YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Ashish Chanchlani for failing to comply with court orders regarding the inclusion of persons with disabilities in their shows. The court criticized their perceived arrogance and suggested that mocking disabilities should be made a penal offense.
Why it matters
This case highlights the growing legal scrutiny of social media influencers and the potential for new legislation regarding the protection of persons with disabilities from online harassment.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday pulled up comedian Samay Raina and YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Ashish Chanchlani for failing to comply with its earlier directions, observing that they are self-styled youth icons.A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana made the observation after being informed that Raina had not invited persons with disabilities to his show in compliance with its earlier order."We have no reason to doubt that Samay Raina has taken the court for a ride. He is in brazen violation of statements/ undertakings given before this court. The misconduct is sought to be compounded by stating that a compliance affidavit was filed yesterday, however, no affidavit has been filed," the bench said.The Chief Justice remarked that they appeared to believe that staying outside the country placed them beyond the court's jurisdiction."Let them suffer now.
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