CJI Declines INDIA Bloc Meet Request Over CEC Issue Citing Sub Judice Matter

The Chief Justice of India has declined a request from the INDIA bloc leaders for a meeting ahead of their scheduled march over the Chief Election Commissioner issue. In an official email response, the CJI's office stated that the issues raised by the opposition, including demands concerning Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, are already under active consideration by the Supreme Court. The communication highlighted that meeting with political leaders under these circumstances would not be appropriate. It was further emphasized that under the constitutional framework, the Supreme Court cannot meddle or interfere in the executive government's functioning on the administrative side. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, had planned to submit a memorandum seeking action regarding alleged irregularities. The CJI informed the opposition leaders that if they wish to seek redress or protect fundamental rights, they may approach the apex court through the formal judicial process by filing a petition in the pending sub judice matter.