Gauhati HC Grants Interim Protection To Journalist Abhisar Sharma

The Gauhati High Court granted interim protection from coercive action to journalist Abhisar Sharma in connection with a complaint allegedly made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The Court listed the matter for further hearing and noted the importance of balancing media freedom with responsible journalism. The order reflects judicial awareness of freedom of expression under Article 19(1)(a) and the need to safeguard journalists from political reprisal while maintaining accountability under law.