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

The simple act of sweeping has become a significant story about innovation, competition, and intellectual property law in India.

We often associate intellectual property battles with 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 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.

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

This case highlights the importance of protecting intellectual property, regardless of the product's complexity.

Author's summary: A household broom's IP case impacts India's business landscape.

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