‘Use Arattai’: SC dismisses Doctor’s plea to unblock WhatsApp, says access to messaging …

Synopsis Supreme Court ruled that access to private messaging apps like WhatsApp is not a fundamental right. A doctor’s petition to restore her blocked account was dismissed. The court emphasized users must follow platform terms. It suggested exploring alternatives like Zoho’s Arattai app. Arattai has seen a surge in popularity, driven by demand for local digital solutions. Agencies SC Arattai Whatsapp The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition filed by a doctor seeking the restoration of her WhatsApp account, stating that access to a private messaging platform cannot be considered a fundamental right. The bench led by Justice Sanjiv Khanna observed that WhatsApp is a private entity and that its users are bound by its terms and conditions, a TOI report stated. Dr. Raman Kundra had approached the Apex Court after her WhatsApp account was blocked, arguing that the platform was essential for her professional and personal communication. However, the court ruled that private digital platforms do not fall within the ambit of constitutionally protected rights. “You can use Arattai,” the bench remarked, suggesting the petitioner explore other available messaging services such as Zoho’s Arattai app. Court’s stand: No fundamental right to private platforms The Supreme Court clarified
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