
Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud recently addressed public concerns regarding meetings between the judiciary and government officials, assuring citizens that these meetings do not imply any backdoor deals or compromises on judicial independence. This statement comes amid debates on the transparency of judicial-government interactions, especially regarding cases that carry significant political implications.
Chandrachud emphasized that such meetings are sometimes necessary for administrative and procedural reasons but are not an indication of bias or political influence in judicial matters. His comments aim to reassure the public about the judiciary’s commitment to maintaining autonomy and impartiality, even amidst necessary coordination with government bodies on procedural issues.