MJ Akbar is an Indian journalist and politicians who was among the most notable personalities who were accused of sexual harassment during the MeToo moment in India. Priya Ramani alleged that she was sexually harassed by Akbar, following which several women, including women journalists, came forth with their own testimonies against him which ranged from rape to sexual misconduct.

Journalist Priya Ramani is acquitted in the defamation case, which was filed by Former Union Minister MJ Akbar, over her allegations of sexual misconduct against the minister. The Coalition For Women In Journalism welcomes Priya’s acquittal. We stand with women journalists who are not afraid or ashamed to speak up about the sexual harassment they face in the media industry.