Snehal Upadhyay-
Published on: August 18, 2021 16:02 IST
Chief Justice of India N.V. Ramana on Wednesday pointed out extreme annoyance over “speculative” reports in certain sections of the media about the Supreme Court Collegium having to suggest nine names for judicial appointments to the top court.
The CJI contended the reports to be “irresponsible” and “counter-productive”.
Chief Justice Ramana said in an open Court, “Today’s reflections in some sections of the media, pending the process, even before formalising the resolution is counter-productive. There were instances of deserving career progression of bright talents getting marred because of such irresponsible reporting and speculation. This is very unfortunate and I am extremely upset about it.”
The CJI was heading over a Ceremonial Bench construed on the occasion of Justice Navin Sinha’s retirement.
The CJI strictly stated that the whole process of judicial appointment.
The CJI said Collegium meetings were going on. The process of judicial appointment is a sacred function of the Collegium hence, the media should not do anything to harm the integrity and dignity of the process by interfering.
After stating his anguish CJI said I hope the Bench will forgive me for drifting away a little on this solemn occasion and said Justice Sinha will surely understand my anguish.
Lastly, CJI said, “Brother Sinha is known by the Bar and Bench for his straightforward and candid approach. He will always be remembered as a fair Judge — one who talks less but is very insightful… Personally, I am left feeling quite saddened by his retirement. We are losing an important voice and a valued colleague.”