The Supreme Court directed the Telangana government to replace Justice L. Narasimha Reddy following disapproval of his public statements. The former Chief Justice’s declaration of his intent to probe led to criticism and a request for a different judge. This decision came during a hearing of a petition filed by former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao.
Asaduddin Owaisi, the AIMIM chief, urged the Telangana government to implement the Prevention of Communal Riots Bill to prevent communal violence. He emphasized unbiased policing and accountability for those inciting violence. Owaisi highlighted the need for a legal framework to prevent communal tensions and violence, aiming for a more inclusive and peaceful society.
On Thursday( 18th April), The Supreme Court fined the Telangana government Rs. 5 lakh for submitting inaccurate affidavits in a property dispute, raising environmental and administrative accountability issues. The dispute involves contradictory positions taken by a district collector regarding the classification of disputed property as forest land. The Court criticized the High Court’s ruling and imposed costs on both parties.
On 7th of March: The Supreme Court has accepted a plea by priests of the Sri Veerabhadra Swamy Temple in Telangana, contesting the State’s control of temple administration. The plea challenges the Telangana Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Act 1987, asserting it violates religious freedom. The interim relief involves a stay on appointing an executive officer pending the court’s decision.
