How to Get Right to Be Forgotten in India
in Mumbai
A legal step-by-step guide for Mumbai residents and businesses. India does not yet have a statutory Right to Be Forgotten but High Courts have exercised this power under Article 21. The Personal Data Protection Bill (2025) will codify this right.
Legal process in Mumbai.
Identify the content: historical content, outdated information, or acquitted criminal records that continue to harm reputation.
Assess eligibility: Right to Be Forgotten is stronger for acquitted individuals, victims of crimes, and content with no ongoing public interest.
High Court petition: filed at the relevant High Court as a writ petition under Article 21 (right to privacy).
Google India notice: formal notice to Google's India operations demanding de-indexing pending the court order.
Court order enforcement: once the High Court issues an order, it is served on all search engines and platform operators.
India does not yet have a statutory Right to Be Forgotten but High Courts have exercised this power under Article 21. The Personal Data Protection Bill (2025) will codify this right.
How long does it take to right to be forgotten in Mumbai?+
Most cases in Mumbai are resolved within 7–30 days via IT Act 2000 platform notices. Where Bombay High Court intervention is required, the timeline is 21–45 days. Emergency cases are handled on a 24-hour escalation track. RepuLex confirms all removals in writing before closing the case.
Can RepuLex help right to be forgotten for Mumbai clients?+
Yes. RepuLex handles right to be forgotten for clients across Maharashtra and all Indian cities. IT Act 2000 notices have national jurisdiction — legal action initiated in Mumbai is effective regardless of where the platform is hosted. Bombay High Court filings are available for Maharashtra-specific proceedings.
What does it cost to right to be forgotten in Mumbai?+
RepuLex charges a fixed one-time fee: ₹99,999 per URL permanently removed. Package pricing: Starter Shield (3 URLs) at ₹1,49,999 and Business Clear (10 URLs) at ₹3,99,999. A free case assessment is provided before any commitment. No monthly retainers.
Need help? RepuLex handles it for you in Mumbai.
Free assessment · Fixed fee · Bombay High Court jurisdiction · Written confirmation