Supreme Court Stays Madras HC Order Mandating YouTube Channel Shutdown for Bail
In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India on Friday stayed a Madras High Court order that required YouTuber Felix Gerald to close down his channel, RedPix 24×7, as a condition for bail. The three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, issued the stay after Gerald’s appeal, which raised concerns over the restriction on his online platform. Gerald was arrested for hosting an interview with YouTuber Savukku Shankar, who allegedly made objectionable remarks against Madras High Court judges and women police officers. The case now awaits further consideration, with the Tamil Nadu government directed to respond to the notice.
