Delhi HC Closes Proceedings on DCPCR’s Funding Petition Against LG V K Saxena

On Tuesday(2nd April), The Delhi High Court recently concluded discussions regarding DCPCR’s petition against LG V K Saxena, raising concerns about funding cessation. Justice Prasad oversaw the case, with DCPCR choosing not to pursue the petition. A second petitioner’s withdrawal indicated a shift within DCPCR. The court’s decision brings procedural aspects and challenges facing bodies like DCPCR into focus.

“What is the basis of this petition?” Delhi High Court Criticizes DCPCR for Relying on Nonexistent ‘Press Release’

The Delhi High Court Criticizing DCPCR serves as a cautionary tale for all governmental and non-governmental organizations about the critical need for accuracy. The Delhi High Court issued a stern rebuke to the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR) for its reliance on a non-existent press release to make a decision. This incident […]

Delhi High Court Clarifies: No LG Order to Halt DCPCR Funding, Awaits Affidavit Submission

On Friday, 19 January, at the Delhi High Court, it was clarified that Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena did not issue an order to stop the funding of the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR). This clarification came during a hearing of a plea moved by DCPCR against the alleged halting of […]

Delhi High Court Seeks LG’s Response on DCPCR’s Plea

The Delhi High Court has called upon the Lieutenant Governor (LG) of the city to present his stance regarding a petition filed by the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR). This petition challenges the LG’s decision to withhold funding to the DCPCR pending an inquiry and a special audit over allegations of misuse […]

Supreme Court Questions Frequent LG-Delhi Govt Disputes, Urges DCPCR to Seek Redressal in High Court

In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India questioned the necessity of every dispute between the Delhi government and the Lieutenant Governor (LG) being brought before it. This observation came as the court addressed a petition filed by the Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights (DCPCR), which sought redressal over the alleged freezing […]