High court
Gujarat High Court Quashes FIR Against Activist Teesta Setalvad in Fund Misappropriation Case
Background: The Gujarat High Court recently heard a petition filed by activist Teesta Setalvad, seeking to quash an FIR registered against her in a fund misappropriation case. The FIR had been registered by the Ahmedabad Crime Branch, alleging that Setalvad had misappropriated funds meant for the welfare of riot victims. Parties: The petition was filed by Teesta Setalvad, while the respondents included the Gujarat Government and the Ahmedabad Crime Branch. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the FIR had been registered with malafide intentions. Court observations: The court quashed the FIR, observing that it had been registered with malafide intentions. The court also noted that the allegations made against Setalvad were baseless and without any substance. Significance: The order is significant as it provides relief to Teesta Setalvad, who had been facing allegations of fund misappropriation. The court's decision will also have implications for the ongoing cases against Setalvad, highlighting the need for a fair and impartial investigation.
