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PM Modi’s Ganpati Puja at CJI’s Residence Sparks Concerns Over Judicial Independence

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September 12, 2024
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PM Modi’s Ganpati Puja at CJI’s Residence Sparks Concerns Over Judicial Independence

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Controversy Surrounds PM Modi’s Visit to CJI D.Y. Chandrachud Amid Concerns Over Judicial Independence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud’s residence to participate in Ganpati Puja has ignited a heated debate regarding the separation of powers between the executive and the judiciary.

The event, held on September 11, saw PM Modi, dressed in traditional Maharashtrian attire, perform religious rituals alongside CJI Chandrachud and his wife at their New Delhi residence. This public display has sparked concerns among legal experts, political figures, and the general public about its potential implications for the perceived impartiality and autonomy of the judiciary.

Criticism from Legal Experts

Following the event, prominent legal figures and political leaders voiced their concerns. Indira Jaising, a renowned lawyer, criticized CJI Chandrachud for what she perceived as a compromise of judicial independence. She urged the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) to publicly condemn the interaction, describing it as a “publicly displayed compromise” of the CJI’s neutrality. Jaising called for a clear stance from the SCBA to safeguard the independence of the judiciary.

Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan echoed these concerns, arguing that such interactions could undermine the judiciary’s role in upholding fundamental rights and ensuring government accountability. Bhushan emphasized the necessity of maintaining a clear separation between the executive and the judiciary to preserve the dignity and autonomy of the judicial office.

Political Reactions

Political leaders also weighed in on the issue. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut questioned the appropriateness of CJI Chandrachud hosting PM Modi, particularly given ongoing cases involving the Maharashtra government that fall under the CJI’s purview. Raut suggested that such interactions could potentially erode public trust in the judiciary and called for the CJI to recuse himself from cases involving the central government to avoid any appearance of bias.

Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed concern over the timing of the visit amidst the ongoing hearings related to Maharashtra’s political situation. She hoped that after the Ganpati festivities, the CJI would prioritize concluding these hearings, implying that the timing of the visit could influence public perception of judicial impartiality.

BJP’s Defense

In response to the backlash, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) defended the visit as a cultural engagement rather than a political maneuver. BJP national organizing secretary B.L. Santhosh dismissed the criticism as coming from “left liberals” who, in his view, are unable to appreciate the cultural and civil aspects of the event. He framed the visit as a celebration of Ganpati Puja, asserting that it was not intended to breach judicial propriety.

The BJP’s response emphasizes the cultural and civic nature of the visit, aiming to refocus the narrative away from concerns of judicial impartiality.

Chief Justice of India has compromised the separation of powers between the Executive and Judiciary. Lost all confidence in the independence of the CJI . The SCBA must condemn this publicly displayed compromise of Independence of the CJI from the Executive @KapilSibal https://t.co/UXoIxVxaJt

— Indira Jaising (@IJaising) September 11, 2024

Shocking that CJI Chandrachud allowed Modi to visit him at his residence for a private meeting. Sends a very bad signal to the judiciary which is tasked with the responsibility of protecting fundamental right of citizens from the executive & ensuring that the govt acts within… https://t.co/mstxulCI2P

— Prashant Bhushan (@pbhushan1) September 12, 2024

My statement on the PM visiting the CJI for Ganesh puja at his residence pic.twitter.com/kcqCfNsfGz

— Prashant Bhushan (@pbhushan1) September 12, 2024

#WATCH | On PM Modi visiting CJI DY Chandrachud's residence for Ganpati Poojan, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says, " Ganpathi festival is going on, people visit each other's houses. I don't have info regarding how many houses PM visited so far…but PM went to CJI's house… pic.twitter.com/AVp26wl7Yz

— ANI (@ANI) September 12, 2024

#WATCH | On PM Modi visiting CJI DY Chandrachud's residence for Ganpati Poojan, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut says, " Ganpathi festival is going on, people visit each other's houses. I don't have info regarding how many houses PM visited so far…but PM went to CJI's house… pic.twitter.com/AVp26wl7Yz

— ANI (@ANI) September 12, 2024

Okay.
After the festivities are over hopefully CJI will deem fit and be slightly freer to conclude the hearing on Maharashtra and the blatant disregard of Article 10 of the Constitution in Maharashtra.
Oh wait, elections round the corner anyway, it can be adjourned for another… https://t.co/tw0C1Smr5s

— Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) September 11, 2024

रोना शुरू हो गया !!!! Civility , cordiality , togetherness , co travellers in nations journey are all an anathema to these left liberals. Also it was not socialising but a devoted Ganapathi Pooja is very hard to digest. SCBA is not a moral compass. Take deep breath once . https://t.co/xTK3ZKj2xL

— B L Santhosh (@blsanthosh) September 12, 2024
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