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Court Scrutinises Transfer of Cases Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 05:33 AM
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A court has raised questions over the recent transfer of criminal cases filed against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, prompting legal scrutiny of the decision.
The judiciary has taken up the issue of moving several criminal cases against Assam's chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, to a different jurisdiction. The court examined the procedural basis of the transfer order and asked the authorities to justify the move.
Lawyers representing the state government argued that the relocation was intended to ensure a fair trial, while opposition counsel contended that it could undermine accountability. The bench sought detailed records of the decision‑making process.
The hearing is expected to continue in the coming weeks, with the court poised to decide whether the transfer complies with established legal standards.
No final verdict has been delivered yet, and the matter remains under active judicial review.
Lawyers representing the state government argued that the relocation was intended to ensure a fair trial, while opposition counsel contended that it could undermine accountability. The bench sought detailed records of the decision‑making process.
The hearing is expected to continue in the coming weeks, with the court poised to decide whether the transfer complies with established legal standards.
No final verdict has been delivered yet, and the matter remains under active judicial review.