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Medha Patkar vs VK Saxena defamation complaint: Delhi HC directs trial court to defer proceedings beyond May 20 • Apr. 16, 2025, 4:02 AM ET (The Indian Express)
Delhi LG Defamation Case: Delhi LG Saxena’s defamation case Court gives activist Medha Patkar 1 year probation, reduces fine • Apr. 8, 2025, 3:53 AM ET (The Indian Express)

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Born December 1, 1954 (age 70) • Mumbai • India
Political Affiliation Aam Aadmi Party

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