#Managing Director liability

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ruled that a Managing Director cannot be held vicariously liable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act solely based on their corporate position - prosecution must allege specific, concrete involvement in day-to-day operations. This sets a critical precedent for corporate officers facing criminal liability in regulatory offences, reinforcing that designation alone is insufficient to establish mens rea.

Gauhati High Court quashes criminal proceedings against a Managing Director for defamation, holding no vicarious liability under IPC without specific allegations of involvement.