Right To Be Forgotten | Upholding Acquittal Of POCSO Act Accused, HP High Court Directs Masking Of Names Of Parties In Digital Records

The Himachal Pradesh High Court ruled on the right to be forgotten for an acquitted accused under the POCSO Act, allowing them to mask their names in digital records. This decision underscores privacy rights post-acquittal, aiming to prevent stigma and harm to the accused. The court emphasized balancing public interest and individual rights, citing European jurisprudence and Indian constitutional principles. This precedent could influence future cases involving digital records and privacy concerns.