Supreme Court Appoints Ex-CJI as Mediator in High-Stakes Surat Textile Dispute

The Supreme Court has appointed former Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna as a sole mediator to resolve a conflict involving businessman Ashokbhai Haribhai Gajera over textile projects in Surat. The case, marked by accusations of document forgery and fund misappropriation, seeks mediation to avert further legal proceedings.

In a significant move, the Supreme Court appointed former Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna, as the sole mediator in a high-profile dispute involving businessman Ashokbhai Haribhai Gajera.

The case, centered around textile market projects in Surat, alleges forgery and siphoning of Rs 1,900 crore, prompting the court to favor mediation over legal confrontation.

The court's decision aims to peacefully resolve the financial and legal tangle between the parties, with both sides agreeing to mediation under Justice Khanna's oversight.