How to Remove a Defamatory Facebook Post
in Kolkata
A legal step-by-step guide for Kolkata residents and businesses. Facebook's Community Standards process rarely removes defamatory posts about professionals. IT Act legal notices to Meta India trigger mandatory compliance.
Legal process in Kolkata.
Document the post: screenshot with URL, page/profile name, date, shares, and reactions.
Assess urgency: viral posts (high shares) need emergency legal notices within 4-24 hours.
IT Act Section 79 notice to Meta India: formal notice to Meta's India Grievance Officer compelling removal within 36 hours.
IPC 499/500 to the originator: criminal defamation notice creates personal liability and incentivises retraction before court proceedings.
Removal and monitoring: once removed, monitor for re-posting. High Court injunctions are available if the content is repeatedly re-posted.
Facebook's Community Standards process rarely removes defamatory posts about professionals. IT Act legal notices to Meta India trigger mandatory compliance.
How long does it take to remove facebook post in Kolkata?+
Most cases in Kolkata are resolved within 7–30 days via IT Act 2000 platform notices. Where Calcutta 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 remove facebook post for Kolkata clients?+
Yes. RepuLex handles remove facebook post for clients across West Bengal and all Indian cities. IT Act 2000 notices have national jurisdiction — legal action initiated in Kolkata is effective regardless of where the platform is hosted. Calcutta High Court filings are available for West Bengal-specific proceedings.
What does it cost to remove facebook post in Kolkata?+
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 Kolkata.
Free assessment · Fixed fee · Calcutta High Court jurisdiction · Written confirmation