The Delhi High Court has recognized the right to be forgotten as part of the fundamental right to privacy, providing guidelines on masking personal details in court orders.
Delhi HC Establishes Guidelines for Right to be Forgotten
The Delhi High Court has made a significant ruling recognizing the right to be forgotten as a critical component of the fundamental right to privacy under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. In a judgment delivered on May 29, Justice Sachin Datta outlined guidelines that allow individuals to seek the removal or masking of personal information from public judicial records.
This decision reflects a broader recognition of legal rights concerning online privacy and the permanence of digital information. It emphasizes the balance between public interest in accessible judicial processes and individual rights to privacy, dignity, and reputation in the digital age.
Lawyers practicing in privacy law and technology sectors will find this ruling pivotal, as it lays down a framework for handling sensitive personal data in judicial orders, hence guiding legal compliance and facilitating commercial practices regarding private information sharing.
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- (2026) Delhi High Court
