Allahabad HC not a Dumping Ground; Bar Association Protests Justice Verma's Transfer Source: Social media
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Allahabad HC not a Dumping Ground; Bar Association Protests Justice Verma's Transfer

Protests Erupt Over Transfer of Justice Verma from Allahabad High Court

Suruchi Sharma

The Allahabad High Court Bar Association is protesting the Supreme Court Collegium's decision to transfer Justice Yashwant Verma from Delhi to Allahabad after unaccounted cash was discovered at his residence. They argue that the transfer is insufficient given the gravity of the situation and demand more stringent action.

A fire at the residence of Delhi High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Verma led to the discovery of a large amount of cash, prompting the Supreme Court Collegium to order his immediate transfer to Allahabad High Court.

An in-house inquiry is being contemplated, and some argue that a mere transfer is insufficient given the seriousness of the situation.