Judicial Recusals: The Unfolding Saga of Sanjeev Chaturvedi

The criminal defamation case filed by Indian Forest Service officer Sanjeev Chaturvedi has seen widespread judicial recusals. A total of 14 judges have recused themselves from hearing his cases, including those from Supreme Court and High Courts. Sanjeev is known for exposing scams in forestry and health sectors.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Nainital | Updated: 01-07-2025 14:13 IST | Created: 01-07-2025 14:13 IST
Judicial Recusals: The Unfolding Saga of Sanjeev Chaturvedi
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A criminal defamation case involving Indian Forest Service officer Sanjeev Chaturvedi and Central Administrative Tribunal judge Manish Garg faces new hurdles, as a magisterial court refuses to hear the case.

Additional chief judicial magistrate Neha Kushwaha has recused herself due to her family ties to other judicial members involved in a connected contempt petition against Chaturvedi.

This case adds to Chaturvedi's unique record of judicial recusals, now totaling 14. Known for his role as a whistleblower, Chaturvedi exposed notable scams in Haryana and at AIIMS, New Delhi.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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