The Delhi High Court has refused to stop the trial court proceedings against Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir. The case will move forward as Gambhir and his foundation face allegations of unlawfully distributing COVID-19 medicines through the pandemic.
His plea for relief was turned down, and the court didn’t entertain his request to quash the FIR. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna remarked that mere name-dropping wouldn’t influence the matter. Gambhir’s counsel highlighted his pandemic contributions, citing his role as ex-MP, captain, and provider of oxygen and medicines.
“Had you made a straightforward request, I might have considered it. You are attempting to inform me so many things. Firstly, the name (of the party), his credentials, the work done by him… You are attempting name dropping as if it’s going to work within the court. It doesn’t work,” the judge was quoted as saying by The Times of India.
Nonetheless, his counsel sought relief because the trial court hearing is scheduled for September 8. The High Court noted that granting a stay would mean the parties would stop appearing, the investigation would come to a halt, and the case itself would ultimately be dismissed.
The Drug Control Department lodged a criticism against Gautam Gambhir, his foundation, and its CEO Aprajita Singh. His mother, Seema, and wife, Natasha, were also booked under the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
Gambhir To Join Team India For 2025 Asia Cup
As head coach of the Indian men’s senior cricket team, Gautam Gambhir will accompany the squad for the 2025 Asia Cup, starting September 9 within the UAE. He had been on a brief break following the recently concluded away Test series against England, which led to a 2-2 draw.
With the 2026 T20 World Cup on the horizon, the Asia Cup will function the place to begin of India’s preparations for the worldwide tournament. Gambhir will likely be desirous to construct on his success as coach, having already guided India to the 2025 Champions Trophy title in Dubai, marking his first major white-ball triumph.
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