Impeachment Recommended: Justice Yashwant Varma's Controversy Deepens

In a significant development, Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has formally recommended the impeachment of Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court. The recommendation comes on the heels of a Supreme Court-appointed committee's findings that confirmed serious allegations involving cash discoveries related to Justice Varma.

Chief Justice Khanna's communication to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the findings from a thorough investigation, which included testimony from over 50 individuals. Despite the inquiry's critical conclusions, Justice Varma refused to step down voluntarily, prompting the recommendation for impeachment.

The procedure follows the judicial in-house guidelines, marking a significant move in maintaining transparency and accountability within the judiciary. This development follows earlier actions, including Justice Varma's non-assignment of judicial duties and his transfer to the Allahabad High Court.

(With inputs from agencies.)