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"Emails For Justice": The SC fast-tracks Moitra's plea after CJI's email invite; when emailing judges is the secret weapon, Moitra's urgent plea against Lok Sabha expulsion becomes a test case for judicial responsiveness in high-profile scenarios

The Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud assured TMC leader Mahua Moitra that he would look into the listing of her plea against her expulsion from Lok Sabha in a cash-for-query case
 |  Satyaagrah  |  Law
SC to hear Mahua Moitra’s challenge to expulsion a day after CJI Chandrachud asked her to email her plea for urgent hearing, promised to look into it
SC to hear Mahua Moitra’s challenge to expulsion a day after CJI Chandrachud asked her to email her plea for urgent hearing, promised to look into it

In a recent twist that might make one ponder the alacrity of Indian judiciary for certain cases, the Supreme Court is gearing up to hear TMC leader Mahua Moitra's challenge against her expulsion as a Lok Sabha MP. This hearing, set for Friday, 15th December, comes with a speed that might leave many regular court-goers in awe, considering the famously lengthy queues in the Indian legal system.

This rapid development follows a day after Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, in what could be seen as a remarkable display of promptness, asked Moitra to email her plea for an urgent hearing. The CJI, with an assurance that might raise eyebrows about the speed at which wheels turn for some, promised to look into it.

Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Moitra, didn't miss a beat. On Wednesday, he stood before a bench led by the CJI himself, presenting Moitra's plea for this urgent listing. It's a turn of events that might have many regular citizens wondering if their own pleas could also get such brisk attention.

This entire scenario unfolded just two days after CJI Chandrachud, on 13th December, assured the TMC leader that her plea against expulsion in a cash-for-query case would be looked into. For those following the labyrinthine paths of Indian legal proceedings, this quick movement might seem almost like a judicial miracle.

While Mahua Moitra's case seems to be on the fast track, one can't help but humorously ponder the irony of such swift action in a system where countless cases of common folk seem to be in a perpetual state of judicial hibernation.

In a scene that could be straight out of a satirical courtroom drama, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) assured Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi that he would give immediate attention to the listing of Mahua Moitra's case. This assurance, charmingly given over lunch, might remind one of a friendly conversation rather than a formal legal proceeding. “The matter may not have been registered… If an email was sent, then I would look at it right away. Please send it,” the CJI said, possibly setting a new benchmark for casual yet swift judicial responsiveness.

This rapid-fire judicial attention comes into play following the expulsion of Mahua Moitra from the House on 8th December. The expulsion was a result of a spirited discussion on a report by the Ethics Committee, which had been tabled in the House. In a twist that could have scriptwriters taking notes, the report, delving into the "unethical conduct" of the TMC MP, didn't just recommend her expulsion from the Lok Sabha but also called for an “intense, legal, institutional inquiry” by the central government, executed in a “time-bound manner”.

The CJI's informal yet immediate response to the plea, juxtaposed with the gravity and urgency of the report's recommendations, paints a picture that's almost comically contradictory. On one hand, we have the weighty language of ethics and intense legal scrutiny, and on the other, a seemingly offhand promise to expedite proceedings over a lunchtime chat. It's a blend of solemnity and casualness that could leave observers of the Indian legal system both bemused and bewildered.

In a plot twist that could rival any political thriller, the report on TMC MP Mahua Moitra's actions unfolds with intriguing details. According to this document, Moitra seems to have taken quite a liking to the United Arab Emirates, having visited not once, not twice, but four times from 2019 to 2023. Now, what makes this jet-setting lifestyle particularly noteworthy is the curious fact that her Parliament login was accessed several times during these sojourns. One could almost imagine a dramatic scene of international intrigue, with Parliament logins being entered against the backdrop of exotic locales.

Sources close to the matter have revealed that the Committee, in a tone of grave concern, noted that Moitra's actions had an “irrepressible impact on national security.” This phrase, with its weighty implications, could easily be a tagline for a blockbuster spy movie. It paints a picture of high-stakes drama and potential espionage, enough to make any security-conscious citizen sit up a little straighter.

Furthermore, the Committee didn't hold back in its critique, stating that the TMC leader’s conduct is unbecoming of a member of Parliament. This comment, dripping with disapproval, seems to suggest that Moitra’s actions are more suited to the pages of a suspense novel than the halls of Indian Parliament. The blend of international travel, Parliament logins, and national security concerns creates a narrative so intriguing, it's almost a shame it's confined to the realm of political reports and not a bestselling novel.

In a twist that could raise eyebrows, it has been revealed that Moitra accepted not just any gifts, but expensive luxury items. These weren't your run-of-the-mill thank-you presents, but rather 'illegal gratification' from a businessman, seemingly aimed at currying favor.

The story gets more intriguing. The businessman in question allegedly didn't just bask in the glow of having done a good deed; he put these gifts to work. He is said to have used Moitra’s Parliamentary login to list questions against none other than the corporate giant, Adani. One can almost imagine a scene where luxury gifts are exchanged for the chance to challenge a corporate behemoth in Parliament.

Adding to the drama, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is now probing allegations of corruption and bribery in this curious affair. Moitra, seemingly unfazed by the unfolding events, has reportedly admitted to giving her login credentials to businessman Darshan Hiranandani. This act of sharing login details to pose questions on her behalf is like something out of a political drama where rules are bent in the pursuit of greater goals.

The story of luxury gifts, login credentials, and parliamentary questions weaves a narrative so captivating, it’s almost hard to remember that it’s unfolding in the real world and not in a television series about political intrigue.

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