Overview

• The Bombay High Court initiated suo motu contempt proceedings against lawyer Nilesh Ojha for making defamatory and scandalous statements against a sitting judge during an April 1 press conference.
• Ojha, representing Disha Salian’s father, alleged corruption involving the judge and a former Chief Justice, bypassing proper legal channels to address his concerns.
• The court ordered YouTube and a Marathi news channel to immediately remove videos of the press conference and barred future uploads of the content.
• The bench described Ojha’s remarks as 'ex-facie contemptuous,' stating they obstructed the administration of justice and lowered the court's dignity.
• The next hearing in the contempt case is scheduled for April 29, as the court emphasizes adherence to legal procedures in addressing judicial grievances.