Justice B Sudershan Reddy said the Salwa Judum verdict was the Supreme Court’s collective decision, not his personal stand, after Amit Shah accused him of “supporting Naxalism.” He stressed, “The judgment is not mine, the judgment is of the Supreme Court.”
Home Minister Amit Shah will chair the 25th Central Zonal Council meeting in Varanasi, focusing on women’s safety, rural banking, and healthcare. Key discussions include improving investigations of sexual offences, enhancing financial services in rural areas, and addressing regional issues. The meeting emphasizes cooperative federalism for national development.
The Supreme Court of India has closed long-standing cases related to human rights violations connected to the Salwa Judum movement in Chhattisgarh, emphasizing the joint responsibility of the state and Central Government to restore peace and rehabilitate victims of Naxal violence. It calls for a coordinated approach to address local communities’ needs.
Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced a new stringent law to combat illegal religious conversions, particularly targeting tribals. He proposed delisting converted tribals from the Scheduled Tribe category to prevent misuse of benefits. The government aims to strengthen existing laws, addressing societal concerns about forced conversions and benefits distribution.
Today, On 8th April, The Supreme Court has deferred hearing a plea seeking an investigation into the 2018 Sukma encounter. The Court noted, “The peace process is underway,” and highlighted recent developments, including the surrender of 26 individuals. The observation indicates judicial caution amid ongoing reconciliation efforts in the region. The matter is likely to be taken up again in July.
The Chhattisgarh government has amended adoption laws by replacing “adopted son” with “adopted child,” promoting gender equality. This change reflects a shift from patriarchal language and honors progressive figures like Teejan Bai and Phoolbasan Bai. Activists support this move while acknowledging further efforts are needed to eliminate gender bias in official language.
