Justice GR Swaminathan said Sanatana Dharma must remain central to one’s heart while serving in public roles, stressing that character goes beyond professional skill. He added that with four and a half years of service left he aims to excel.
The Madras High Court warned Madurai district officials it may initiate contempt proceedings for failing to follow court orders on Karthigai Deepam lighting at Thiruparankundram hill. “Unforgivable! Unless They Apologize in Writing,” said Justice GR Swaminathan.
The Madras High Court stayed the release and circulation of a Tamil book allegedly making personal and derogatory attacks on Justice G.R. Swaminathan, observing that such publications raise serious concerns for judicial dignity and institutional authority.
The Madras High Court expressed concern over the “scandalously high” fees paid to some government law officers and senior advocates in Tamil Nadu. Justice G.R. Swaminathan stressed that public money must be used responsibly and called for better governance in legal appointments and payments.
Justice GR Swaminathan questioned Senior Advocate Vikas Singh over reported remarks suggesting the judge had political ambitions during the Thiruparankundram lamp-lighting contempt hearing. The Madras High Court also sought an explanation from the State Chief Secretary over alleged non-compliance with court orders.
Senior Advocate Vikas Singh criticized Justice G.R. Swaminathan’s order allowing a Deepathoon lamp at Thiruparankundram during Karthigai Deepam, arguing it created a religious right without scripture, history, or legal basis, and threatened public order.
A petition before the Supreme Court seeks FIRs and police action over alleged hate speech, threats and unlawful protests targeting Madras High Court judge Justice G.R. Swaminathan following his Karthigai Deepam order, citing grave threats to judicial independence.
56 former judges have condemned the impeachment move against Justice GR Swaminathan, calling it a “brazen attempt to browbeat judges.” They warn that the action threatens judicial independence and sets a dangerous precedent for democracy.
Eight retired Madras High Court judges urged restraint on contempt action against Advocate Vanchinathan. They said only the CJI can act on misconduct claims under SC’s 1995 precedent.
Justice GR Swaminathan slams Advocate Vanchinathan for accusing him of caste and communal prejudice. The Court warns against crossing the line between criticism and defamatory attacks.
