Cash Scandal Shakes Judicial Faith: Eden Calls for Accountability

Congress member Hibi Eden called for a discussion in the Lok Sabha on the discovery of alleged unaccounted cash at a Delhi High Court judge's residence. The incident has raised concerns about judicial accountability, with Justice Yashwant Varma denying any involvement. An in-house Supreme Court probe is underway.

In a startling revelation, Congress member Hibi Eden on Tuesday demanded a thorough discussion in the Lok Sabha about the purported discovery of unaccounted cash at the residence of a sitting Delhi High Court judge, describing the incident as 'extremely disheartening.'

During Zero Hour, Eden emphasized the need for robust solutions to enhance judicial accountability and transparency, as the nation grapples with shock over the alleged cash find. The Supreme Court has already initiated an in-house probe into the matter.

Emphasizing the judiciary's pivotal role in democracy, Eden expressed concerns that such incidents erode public trust. Justice Yashwant Varma has strongly refuted claims of any cash being found in his home, suspecting a conspiracy to tarnish his reputation.

(With inputs from agencies.)