Ex-CJI Chandrachud dismisses controversy over Modi's visit, says judicial integrity intact
New Delhi: Former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has downplayed the controversy surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his residence during a religious event while he was in office. In an interview with BBC, he stated that such interactions between high constitutional functionaries should not be overinterpreted, Financial Express reported.
“Let’s not make too much out of elementary courtesies between high constitutional functionaries,” Chandrachud remarked in the interview. He asserted that the judiciary remains independent and that such meetings do not compromise judicial integrity.
He also refuted allegations that the Supreme Court has been influenced by political pressures. Highlighting the court’s role in upholding the rule of law, he pointed out that the apex court had disposed of 21,300 bail applications last year, including cases involving political leaders and activists.
“The Supreme Court has always protected personal liberties and maintained its independence from political forces,” he said.
Defending the court’s decision to uphold the abrogation of Article 370, Chandrachud stated that the ruling was in line with the Constitution’s original intent. “Article 370 was introduced as a transitional provision. At the birth of the Constitution, the assumption was that what was transitional would eventually fade away and merge with the overall text,” he explained.
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KSCA expresses disappointment over missing IPL playoffs, says it was ready to host matches in B’luru
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has issued a clarification stating that it was fully prepared to host the IPL playoffs and final matches in Bengaluru but the fixtures were allotted to other venues.
In a media note, KSCA said it was disappointed with the decision. The association stated that its president, former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad, had been in touch with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and had formally conveyed the association’s readiness and interest in hosting the matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
KSCA said the IPL matches held in Bengaluru this season were appreciated for smooth conduct, crowd management and overall experience for spectators. It said this reflected its ability to handle high-profile matches.
The association also stated that it had sent a detailed communication to the BCCI explaining its preparedness and the operational arrangements followed during the current IPL season. According to KSCA, these systems have been in place since the start of the Indian Premier League in 2008 and were followed consistently, including during previous playoff matches hosted in Bengaluru.
The clarification added that the communication sent to the BCCI was only meant to provide factual and operational details and to bring clarity on logistical and stakeholder-related requirements involved in hosting such matches.
KSCA said that although it had shown willingness and preparedness, the BCCI has decided to allocate the playoff matches to other venues. It added that the reasons for this decision have not been formally shared with the association, but it respects the authority of the board in taking such decisions.
The association further said it remains ready to host matches of national and international importance and will continue to cooperate with the BCCI, franchises, government authorities and other stakeholders for conducting cricket events.
The statement was issued by KSCA official spokesperson Vinay Mruthyunjaya, who also thanked the media and cricket fans for their continued support.
