The Bombay High Court has ruled that the case against a 19-year-old student for her critical social media post about Operation Sindoor cannot be dismissed solely because she deleted the post and apologized. The court emphasized that her academic achievements do not exempt her from legal accountability. The student was arrested in May after sharing a post criticizing the Indian government’s actions amid the operation, which targeted terror infrastructure following a deadly attack in Pahalgam. The ruling underscores the importance of responsible discourse during sensitive times, reflecting the judiciary’s commitment to uphold national security interests while addressing freedom of expression. This case highlights the ongoing tension between civil liberties and national security in India, particularly in the context of Indo-Pak relations.