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Speculations, reports on judges' appointment process very unfortunate: CJI NV Ramana

CJI NV Ramana said the process of appointment of judges is sacrosanct and has dignity attached to it and the media must understand and recognise its sanctity.

Edited by: PTI New Delhi Published : Aug 18, 2021 14:19 IST, Updated : Aug 19, 2021 13:37 IST
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Speculations, reports on judges' appointment process very unfortunate: CJI NV Ramana

Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Wednesday termed "very unfortunate" certain "speculations and reports" in the media about Collegium meeting regarding appointment of judges' in the Supreme Court.

CJI Ramana, while speaking in the ceremonial function to bid farewell to Justice Navin Sinha who is retiring, said the process of appointment of judges is sacrosanct and has dignity attached to it and the media must understand and recognise its sanctity.

"On this occasion I want to take the liberty to express my concern about certain speculations and reports in the media. You are all aware we need to appoint judges to this court. The process is ongoing. Meetings will be held and decisions will be taken. The process of appointment of judges is sacrosanct and has certain dignity attached to it. My media friends must understand and recognise the sanctity of this process," he said.

The CJI said that as an institution, the apex court holds the freedom of media and the rights of individuals in high esteem and today's reflections in some sections of the media, pending the process, even before formalising the resolution is counter-productive. 

"There were instances of deserving career progression of bright talents getting marred because of such irresponsible reporting and speculation. This is very unfortunate and I am extremely upset about it," he said.

The CJI also lauded the ôtremendous amount of maturity and responsibilityö displayed by majority of senior journalists and media houses in showing restraint and not speculating on such a serious matter. 

"Such professional journalists and ethical media are the real strength of the Supreme Court in particular and democracy in general. You are part of our system. I expect all the stakeholders to uphold the integrity and dignity of this institution," he said.

The head of the judiciary was referring to media reports which said the Collegium, headed by the CJI, is understood to have recommended nine names for appointment as judges in the top court.

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