The New Indian Express ·
Punjab government opposes Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra's elevation as High Court Chief Justice
CHANDIGARH: A row has erupted in Punjab over the appointment of Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra as Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, with the AAP-led Punjab government strongly opposing his elevation.
The state government accused the BJP-led Centre of muzzling Punjab’s federal and constitutional rights, alleging that the Centre bypassed mandatory consultation procedures and ignored the elected state government during the appointment process.
At an emergency meeting on Sunday evening, the Punjab Cabinet passed a resolution objecting to Justice Mishra’s appointment and appealed to the President, Prime Minister and Punjab Governor not to administer his oath of office until the state government gives its consent.
