16 April
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
In a significant development, the Supreme Court has given renowned yoga guru Ramdev, his associate Balakrishna, and Patanjali Ayurved a week’s ultimatum to publicly apologize for their involvement in a misleading advertisement case. The apex court, presided over by a bench comprising Justice Hima Kohli and Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, responded to the presence of Ramdev and Balakrishna during the hearing by demanding a personal and unconditional apology.
While acknowledging the apology, the bench emphasized that no decision regarding granting relief has been made at this juncture. The case stems from allegations of deceptive advertising leveled against Ramdev, Balakrishna, and their company, Patanjali Ayurved. The court’s insistence on an apology underscores the gravity with which such deceptive practices are viewed in the legal realm.
This development has drawn widespread attention, given Ramdev’s stature as a prominent figure in the realm of yoga and Ayurveda. The outcome of this case will undoubtedly have implications not only for Ramdev and his associates but also for the broader landscape of advertising ethics and accountability in India. As the deadline for the public apology looms, stakeholders await further developments in this high-profile legal saga.