Supreme Court Revokes Sunil Kumar Singh's Expulsion

The Supreme Court invalidated RJD leader Sunil Kumar Singh's expulsion from the Bihar Legislative Council, deeming it excessively harsh for his unruly behavior. The court also annulled the Election Commission's bypoll announcement, instead imposing a suspension served period, prohibiting Singh from reclaiming remuneration.

The Supreme Court has overturned the expulsion of Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Sunil Kumar Singh from the Bihar Legislative Council, describing the punishment for his unruly conduct as overly harsh and disproportionate.

The court emphasized the need for the legislative council to display greater magnanimity, despite Singh's behavior being labeled as unsuitable for a member of the House.

The ruling included annulment of the Election Commission's earlier bypoll notice, with Singh receiving suspension for time already served and barred from seeking payment during that period.

(With inputs from agencies.)