Supreme Court Hearing: Pawan Khera and Himanta Biswa Sarma Exchange Heated Accusations
‘Constitutional Cowboy’ Vs ‘Absconding Fugitive’: Pawan Khera-Himanta Sarma Trade Barbs In SC
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During a Supreme Court hearing on Congress leader Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea, a heated exchange occurred between Khera's defense and Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The defense labeled Sarma a 'constitutional cowboy,' while the prosecution accused Khera of being 'absconding' and uncooperative in an investigation concerning allegations against Sarma's wife.
- 01Pawan Khera's defense criticized Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma's conduct as 'venomous.'
- 02The prosecution claimed Khera is evading investigators and is not cooperating.
- 03The case involves serious allegations including forgery of documents.
- 04Khera's defense argued that arrest should be a last resort and that he is willing to cooperate.
- 05The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on Khera's bail plea.
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The Supreme Court of India held a contentious hearing on Thursday regarding Congress leader Pawan Khera's anticipatory bail plea. Khera's senior advocate, Abhishek Manu Singhvi, accused Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of behaving like a 'constitutional cowboy' and argued that the push for Khera's arrest was driven by malice rather than legal necessity. Singhvi emphasized that arrest should be a last resort, criticizing the police's heavy-handed approach in the investigation. In contrast, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta labeled Khera as 'absconding,' asserting that he has been evading authorities and releasing videos to justify his actions. The prosecution contended that the case involves serious allegations, including the fabrication of documents, necessitating custodial interrogation. Khera's defense maintained that the allegations are bailable offenses and that he has expressed willingness to cooperate with the investigation. Following detailed arguments, the Supreme Court reserved its judgment on Khera’s anticipatory bail plea, which he sought after the Gauhati High Court rejected his request on April 24.
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The outcome of this case could influence the political landscape in Assam and affect the public's perception of both Khera and Sarma.
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