Judicial Storm: Bar Associations Challenge Justice Varma's Transfer Amid Controversy

High Court Bar Associations urged the Supreme Court's Chief Justice to reverse Justice Yashwant Varma's transfer following a controversy involving cash discovered at his home post-fire. They request a review of his judgments and close monitoring by the Supreme Court to uphold public trust and ensure legal transparency.

The Presidents of High Court Bar Associations have made an appeal to Supreme Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, pressing for a reconsideration of Justice Yashwant Varma's transfer. The Bar Associations have petitioned for the withdrawal of his administrative duties alongside judicial responsibilities, rescinded last Thursday, to be reinstated.

A joint statement from the Bar Associations emphasized their request for retaining Justice Varma in Delhi, highlighting concerns over his transfer. Controversy erupted after a fire at the judge's residence led to the discovery of substantial cash, a claim Justice Varma strongly denies, labeling it a conspiracy against him.

Following the incident, the Supreme Court Collegium recommended his transfer back to Allahabad High Court, sparking further objections. The Allahabad HC Bar Association demands a thorough examination of Justice Varma's judgments and suggests continuous oversight by the Supreme Court till the matter concludes, calling for rigorous judicial accountability.

(With inputs from agencies.)