From twigs to triumphs: How a "no dust" broom swept up India's IP landscape

From Twigs to Triumphs: The Impact of a "No Dust" Broom on India's IP Landscape

Consider the simple act of sweeping, a mundane chore that brings order to a space. The tool used for this task is often overlooked, but in India's courtrooms and corporate boardrooms, a humble broom has become a key player in a story about innovation, competition, and intellectual property law.

In the world of intellectual property, battles often involve complex software, life-saving drugs, or cutting-edge electronics. However, a recent case involving a household broom has sent a powerful message across India's business landscape: innovation, regardless of its form, is valuable and worth protecting.

The "Gala No Dust Broom", a familiar product in many Indian homes, was at the center of a significant intellectual property enforcement action. This case highlights the importance of protecting innovation in all its forms.

Innovation, in any form, is valuable and worth protecting.

This story showcases the immense power of intellectual property law in promoting innovation and competition in India.

Author's summary: Innovation is valuable and worth protecting in all forms.

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Bar and Bench Bar and Bench — 2025-10-17