Madras High Court Registry Files Police Complaint Over Forged Proceedings

The registry of the Madras High Court has filed a formal police complaint regarding the fraudulent use of forged court proceedings, according to court documents filed on Thursday. The forgery was discovered to have been employed in efforts to effect the deportation of Bangladesh nationals, authorities said.

Justice V. Lakshminarayanan, taking cognizance of the matter, has directed the investigating police agency to conduct a thorough probe into the complaint. The judge has mandated that police submit a detailed status report on their findings by November 10, 2026, indicating the seriousness with which the court is treating the matter.

The forging of judicial documents constitutes a serious criminal offence under Indian law and raises concerns about the integrity of court records. The investigation is expected to determine how the forged documents were created, who was responsible for their preparation, and their intended use in deportation proceedings.

The court's action underscores its commitment to maintaining the sanctity of judicial proceedings and protecting citizens from fraudulent misuse of court documents. Authorities are expected to trace the network involved in the forgery scheme during the course of their investigation.