Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Delhi High Court, has been transferred following a shocking discovery at his official residence. The decision, made by the Supreme Court Collegium, comes after a fire at his bungalow led to the unexpected revelation of a significant amount of cash.
The fire broke out while Justice Varma was not in the city. Fire brigade personnel, responding to the emergency, managed to control the flames. However, as they moved through the building, they stumbled upon stacks of cash stored in different rooms. The sheer volume of money raised immediate concerns, prompting authorities to report the matter.
In response, the Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, swiftly recommended Justice Varma’s transfer. The recommendation was forwarded to the Central government, leading to the judge being reassigned to his parent court, the Allahabad High Court.
Justice Varma had taken oath as a Delhi High Court judge in October 2021. His sudden transfer has raised several questions about the circumstances surrounding the cash discovery. While no official statement has been released regarding the origin of the money, the incident has sparked widespread speculation.
The judiciary has always upheld the highest standards of integrity, and such incidents are rare. The legal community and the public alike will be closely watching the developments in this case, as transparency and trust in the judicial system remain paramount.
