Odisha Law Commission recommends a new law on hate speech, hate crime
The Hindu·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
The Odisha State Law Commission, led by retired Orissa High Court judge Justice Biswanath Rath, recommended creating new legislation to combat hate speech and hate crimes. The recommendation follows increasing incidents of hate speech on social media and public forums. A sub-committee examined the matter starting January 2026 before making the recommendation.
Key Entities
Odisha State Law CommissionJustice Biswanath RathOrissa High Courthate speechsocial media