“Threat to Independence of Judiciary”: Jharkhand Urges SC Over Centre’s Delay in Approving High Court Chief Justice Appointment

The Jharkhand government petitioned the Supreme Court over the Central government’s delay in approving the appointment of a new Chief Justice for the state’s High Court. The plea cites the extended delays in previous appointments and highlights concerns about the impact on judicial independence. The intervention of the Supreme Court is sought to address this issue.