The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has rejected Rahul Gandhi’s petition to dismiss proceedings in a defamation case related to his comments about Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, a freedom fighter and political leader. Gandhi had referred to Savarkar as a ‘servant of British,’ leading to a defamation lawsuit against him. The court’s decision came after Gandhi failed to appear for a hearing and was fined for his absence. Despite the dismissal of his plea, the court has suggested that there are still legal options available for Gandhi to pursue. This development comes amidst ongoing political tensions and debates surrounding historical figures in India.