CJI: No meet with Congress, it'll violate 'separation of power'

New Delhi: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant declined meetings with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and MP Rahul Gandhi on Monday to discuss allegations of vote rigging, citing concerns over the separation of powers. In response to the requests, Kant's office noted that similar matters were already under Supreme Court consideration and that a meeting with these politicians would violate constitutional principles.

The CJI emphasized that the Supreme Court's role is limited to adjudication and it does not have administrative powers in this matter. The party or its officials could file a petition with their grievances, which the court would adjudicate. Kant expressed the Supreme Court's commitment to giving priority to significant issues and serving the citizens of the country.

If advised, a petition could be filed by any concerned individual or party at the Supreme Court before 4pm on Monday, and it would be accorded priority hearing along with other similar petitions.