Trouble Mounts for Khan Sir! Delhi High Court Steps In After Journalist Anjana Om Kashyap's Defamation Plea

New Delhi: Popular educator and YouTuber Khan Sir, whose real name is Faisal Khan, has landed in fresh legal trouble after the Delhi High Court issued a notice to him and several others in a defamation case filed by senior journalist Anjana Om Kashyap.

The case stems from a heated controversy that erupted following a television debate on alleged NEET examination irregularities, where Kashyap reportedly commented on the growing influence of online "star teachers."

Defamation Battle Reaches High Court

Kashyap, Managing Editor of TV Today Network, alleged that after the May 29 debate, a coordinated online campaign was launched against her across social media platforms.

According to the suit, she was targeted with derogatory labels such as "bikau patrakar," "chatukar," and accusations of spreading fake news, resulting in reputational damage and concerns for her family's safety.

Seeking legal intervention, Kashyap has asked the court to direct the removal of the alleged defamatory content and award damages for the harm caused.

Court Sends Strong Message

During the hearing, lawyers representing some of the defendants argued that if posts targeting Kashyap were removed, her own remarks against educators should also be taken down.

However, Justice Neena Bansal Krishna observed that the law is clear when it comes to defamatory content.

"If it is prima facie derogatory, it has to be pulled down," the court orally remarked, emphasizing that freedom of expression does not extend to defamatory statements.

The court has issued notices to Khan Sir and other respondents but has not granted interim relief at this stage. The matter will now be heard on June 17.

Legal Heat Intensifies for Khan Sir

The High Court proceedings come at a time when Khan Sir is already facing legal scrutiny in Bihar.

An attempted murder case was recently registered against him following violence outside his Khan Global Studies coaching institute in Patna's Musallahpur area. Investigators allege that security personnel associated with the institute opened fire during clashes outside the coaching centre.

A Patna court, however, has directed that no coercive action be taken against Khan Sir until further orders.

18 Posts Under Scanner

In her petition, Kashyap has identified 18 social media posts that she claims are defamatory. Apart from individual social media users and coaching faculty members, an online news platform has also been named in the lawsuit.

The journalist argues that the online campaign caused serious damage to her reputation, dignity and personal security, prompting her to seek judicial intervention.

With notices now issued and multiple legal battles unfolding simultaneously, all eyes will be on the Delhi High Court's next hearing as the controversy surrounding Khan Sir continues to escalate.