The single-judge had revealed on July 4 that another sitting High Court judge informed him of the threats of transfer after that judge was approached by some persons.
“Your ADGP so powerful (unclear). Some persons spoke to one of our High Court judges. That judge came and sat with me and he said giving an example of transferring of one of the judges to some other district. I will not hesitate to mention the name of the judge also! He came and sat by the side of me and there is a threat to this Court,” Justice Sandesh had said.
He went on to declare that he is ready for any transfer, and would protect the judiciary’s independence, even at the cost of his judgeship.
“This should not happen. I will record the same in the order itself. You people are encouraging such people – State government as well as…..You are here to protect the institution. Not to do all these things,” he had said.
Source: Barandbench
