The Delhi High Court registry has officially announced that judicial work has been withdrawn from Justice Yashwant Verma. This decision follows orders from the Chief Justice of India (CJI), Sanjiv Khanna, conveyed to Delhi High Court Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya.
Earlier reports indicated that Justice Yashwant Verma was slated to lead Division Bench Number-3 for hearings on Monday according to the Delhi High Court cause list. However, it is now clear from the court's announcement that Justice Verma will not participate in the hearings.
CJI Ordered Withdrawal of Judicial Duties
The official statement from the registry noted, 'In light of recent developments, judicial duties are immediately withdrawn from Justice Yashwant Verma.' The Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna, instructed the high court to not assign any judicial duties to Justice Verma, keeping him away from hearings until a decision is finalized.
Three-Member Investigative Committee Formed
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna has established a three-member committee to investigate allegations against Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Verma in the 'Cash at Home' case. The committee will be led by Jassit Singh Nagu, Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court, and includes Himachal Pradesh High Court Chief Justice Jassit G.S. Sandhawalia and Karnataka High Court Judge Justice Anu Shivraman.
What is the Entire Case About?
A significant amount of cash was reportedly discovered at Justice Yashwant Verma's official Delhi residence during a firefighting operation. However, sources indicate that Justice Verma was out of the city at the time. Photographs emerged showing bundles of charred notes and other debris outside his residence. Previously, the Supreme Court had released its report concerning the cash scandal.
