Delhi High Court Orders Cancellation of ‘Zepto’ Trademark Over 8 Years of Non-Use

The Delhi High Court recently canceled the ‘Zepto’ trademark registered in 2014 by an individual due to eight years of non-use.

Kiranakart Technologies, which operates under the Zepto brand, had filed a petition after its trademark application faced opposition from the existing registrant, Mohammad Arshad.

The court cited Russell Corp Australia Pty Ltd. vs. Shri Ashok Mahajan (2023) and Section 47(1) of the Trade Marks Act, stating that a trademark can be removed if not used without a valid reason.

Since the registrant failed to justify non-use, the court ruled in favor of Kiranakart, recognizing it as a well-established brand in quick commerce.