Kapil Sibal criticized the Supreme Court’s internal report on Justice Varma, asserting it lacks constitutional authority for impeachment. He emphasized that investigations into judges must follow the Judges Inquiry Act, accusing the government of misusing the process. Sibal lamented the selective treatment of judges and insisted only Parliament can initiate impeachment motions.
CJI Sanjiv Khanna addressed the controversy involving Justice Yashwant Varma on his final day, after unaccounted cash was discovered at Varma’s bungalow. Khanna emphasized the importance of impartial judicial thinking and recommended initiating formal proceedings against Varma, who denies all allegations. The inquiry report and its implications are under scrutiny.