Rajasthan High Court Acting Chief Justice denies allegations, calls for restraint

Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma, Acting Chief Justice of the Rajasthan High Court, issued a statement on Monday dismissing charges made against him by a Supreme Court judge as unfounded and driven by animosity. The Acting Chief Justice maintained his position that the allegations lack merit and called upon all stakeholders to refrain from premature judgments. In his statement, Justice Sharma urged lawyers, journalists, and other concerned parties to uphold the principles of justice and demonstrate restraint during the pendency of the matter. He emphasized the importance of respecting judicial processes and allowing time for the Chief Justice of India to examine and decide on the allegations. The statement underscores growing tensions within the higher judiciary, with the Acting Chief Justice asserting his innocence while the matter progresses through official channels. Justice Sharma's appeal comes amid heightened scrutiny of internal governance issues within the Indian judiciary, with the Acting Chief Justice stressing the need for institutional restraint and adherence to established procedures.