CJI Surya Kant Declines INDIA Bloc Meet Ahead of SC March
CJI Surya Kant Declines INDIA Bloc Meet Ahead of SC March
Breaking: Chief Justice Surya Kant rejects INDIA bloc leaders' request for a meeting, citing separation of powers. What does this mean for their planned Supreme Court march? Get the full story!
Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant has declined a request from prominent INDIA bloc leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, for a meeting scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026.
The CJI's office confirmed the refusal, stating the request was “declined with reasons,” which were conveyed to Mr.
Gandhi's official email.
The refusal comes as the INDIA bloc prepares for a significant march to the Supreme Court on the very same day, October 12, 2026. The leaders intended to raise concerns regarding various issues, including the anti-Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) protests and a recent “October 10 clampdown.” Sources close to the judiciary indicated that the meeting was turned down primarily because the issues the leaders intended to discuss are already sub judice before the Supreme Court.
Furthermore, the court maintained that it cannot intervene in matters of governance and the functioning of the state on its administrative side, citing the crucial principle of separation of powers.
Congress sources reiterated that the CJI's decision highlighted the judiciary's stance on maintaining the separation of powers between the various branches of government. While the Opposition plans to proceed with their march, judicial sources clarified that the CJI's response focused on the administrative aspect of the meeting and did not express any view on the proposed march itself.
The Supreme Court has already listed petitions related to the anti-CEC issues and the October 10 events for hearing on October 12, indicating that the matters will be addressed through the appropriate judicial channels.
The CJI's office advised that if the Opposition leaders wish to raise questions concerning fundamental rights, they should do so before the court on its judicial side, rather than seeking an administrative meeting. This development sets a clear boundary between the administrative and judicial functions of the Supreme Court, emphasizing that political grievances, especially those pertaining to ongoing legal cases, must be presented through formal legal procedures.
