The new BJP-led government in Delhi has started withdrawing multiple court cases involving disputes with the Lieutenant Governor (LG), who represents the Centre. According to sources, this move is seen as an effort to end the long-standing legal battles between the Delhi government and the LG’s office.
The Delhi High Court will consider whether Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports can be disclosed publicly before being presented in the Assembly. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for a special Assembly session to table these reports ahead of the upcoming Delhi elections. The matter holds significance as it could influence public opinion during the election period. The court’s decision is awaited on this crucial issue.
Today, On 29th October, the Delhi High Court asked the AAP government to respond to BJP MLAs’ request for 12 pending CAG reports on issues like liquor duty. The petitioners accuse the government of withholding these documents, hampering transparency and accountability. The case will be heard on December 9, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
Today, On 24th October, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud challenged Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena’s claims regarding a controversial tree-cutting incident, demanding original records. Despite Saxena’s affidavit stating he was unaware before June, the court revealed he had been informed in April. This inquiry raises significant questions about environmental governance and accountability.
Today, On 6th August, The Delhi High Court criticized the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for negligence after a tragic incident of a mother and son falling into an open drain. The court demanded video evidence, questioned jurisdictional issues, and scrutinized the lack of maintenance and oversight, prompting the need for immediate actions to prevent further tragedies.
The Delhi High Court intervened in the case of seven suspended BJP MLAs who disrupted the Lieutenant Governor’s address during the budget session. Justice Subramonoium Prasad directed the privileges committee to halt proceedings against the MLAs, emphasizing fair adjudication. The court expressed concern over the constituencies going unrepresented and emphasized the need for a comprehensive review.
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 […]
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