CJI flags ‘misuse’ of live-streamed court proceedings on social media

The Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has raised concerns over the misuse of live-streamed court proceedings on social media, citing instances of decontextualized clips and commercial exploitation. He emphasized the judiciary's commitment to transparency but stressed the need to prevent such misuse. The Supreme Court had previously issued an interim order on July 24, 2026, barring unauthorized dissemination, reposting, uploading, and monetization of audio and video recordings of judicial proceedings. The CJI also indicated that a protocol would be framed for users to access live-streamed content only through official court archives, while activists argue for open access to promote transparency and accountability.