Congress files defamation case against Amit Malviya and Arnab Goswami over false Congress office in Turkey claim

Congress Files Defamation Case Against Amit Malviya and Arnab Goswami Over ‘False Congress Office in Turkey’ Claim

*New Delhi, India* — The Indian National Congress has filed a defamation case against BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya and television journalist Arnab Goswami, following allegations that the party maintains an office in Turkey. The development comes as political tensions rise amid the ongoing “Operation Sindoor” controversy and ahead of key elections.

Congress Responds to Allegations

Several media reports confirmed on Thursday that the Congress party took legal action after Malviya and Goswami made public claims about the existence of a Congress office in Turkey. According to the Congress, these assertions are “false and baseless,” and have the potential to damage the party’s reputation at a crucial time.

An FIR (First Information Report) has been filed against Amit Malviya and Arnab Goswami, charging them with disseminating misinformation. The Deccan Herald reported that the Congress viewed the claims as not only misleading but also potentially hazardous to the party’s national and international image.

Details of the Defamation Suit

The FIR and defamation suit follow assertions made on social media and during a television broadcast hosted by Arnab Goswami. In the broadcast and associated posts, it was alleged that the Congress has operational offices in Turkey—a country often perceived within Indian political discourse as geopolitically sensitive. The claims reportedly circulated widely on digital platforms, fuelling controversy.

Scroll.in reported that the suit names both Amit Malviya and Arnab Goswami, holding them responsible for amplifying unverifiable information. Congress leaders stated that they had no party office in Turkey and argued that the allegations were intended to raise doubts about the party’s loyalties and alliances.

Party Leaders Speak Out

Following the filing of the defamation case, Congress officials stated their intention to pursue all available legal remedies against what they called “irresponsible and damaging commentary.” In a statement cited by Moneycontrol, the party said, “We will not stay silent,” emphasizing its determination to counter disinformation campaigns.

Senior Congress leaders also submitted evidence, according to the FIR, showing there is no official Congress office in Turkey. The party said that such claims were especially damaging during a tense domestic political climate marked by the Operation Sindoor investigation.

Reactions From the Accused

As of the time of reporting, Amit Malviya, head of the BJP’s IT cell, and Arnab Goswami, prominent television journalist, have not issued formal public statements regarding the FIR or the defamation case. Further responses from the BJP or Republic TV, the media outlet associated with Goswami, are awaited.

Broader Context

The move by the Congress comes against the backdrop of Operation Sindoor, which has already heightened political rivalry between the Congress and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Allegations relating to foreign links and affiliations are a sensitive matter in Indian politics, especially coming at a time when political parties engage in election strategies and public messaging.

According to The Economic Times and Jagran English, legal experts anticipate that the case could set a precedent for how misinformation and defamation are handled in high-profile political disputes.

Conclusion

The Congress party’s defamation case against Amit Malviya and Arnab Goswami underscores rising concern over the spread of misinformation in Indian political discourse. As the legal process unfolds, how the courts address the claims around the ‘Congress office in Turkey’ allegation may have significant implications for both media responsibility and political accountability in India.

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