SC Reserves Verdict On Chandrababu’s Quash Petition To Friday

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has deferred its judgment on the quash petition filed by TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu to Friday, generating anticipation regarding the relief he might receive. The apex court also instructed the police not to arrest Chandrababu in the AP Fiber Net case until Friday, coinciding with the pending verdict.

The focal point of today’s proceedings was the applicability of Section 17 in the case involving Chandrababu. Lawyers from both sides engaged in arguments, with prominent legal representatives Siddharth Luthra and Harish Salve presenting Chandrababu’s case, while Mukul Rohatgi represented the AP government. Rohatgi contended that the FIR couldn’t be quashed under Section 482, emphasizing the selective application of Section 17 to Chandrababu in the corruption case. Salve informed the court of the readiness to submit written arguments if needed, a proposal accepted by the court.

Furthermore, Chandrababu’s anticipatory bail petition in the skill development case faced another postponement in the High Court. After the Vijayawada ACB Court dismissed the initial hearing, Chandrababu sought recourse in the AP High Court. The hearing in the High Court was scheduled for Tuesday, but it has been adjourned to the 19th of this month upon the request of Babu’s legal team.

Chandrababu had earlier filed a quash petition in the AP High Court, asserting that he was arrested and a case was registered in the skill development matter without obtaining prior permission from the Governor. Following the rejection of this petition by the High Court, Chandrababu pursued a special leave petition in the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court, after hearing arguments and deliberations, has reserved its judgment, leaving Chandrababu’s legal fate hanging until the impending verdict on Friday.