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'Systemic response is essential': Vice President Dhankhar, opposition on Delhi HC judge cash row in Parliament

IndiaTimes Friday, 21 March 2025
A fire at Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma's bungalow revealed large sums of unaccounted cash, prompting the Supreme Court collegium to recommend his transfer. The incident raised concerns about judicial accountability and corruption, leading to discussions in the Rajya Sabha. Justice Varma did not hold court, and his transfer to the Allahabad High Court is under consideration.
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