2024-09-14 13:40:30
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the residence of the Chief Justice of the country Justice DY Chandrachud and performed the aarti of Lord Ganesha. This has created a huge controversy. Some people are looking at it as a stain on the sanctity of the judiciary, while a section is expressing happiness seeing the panic of the opponents. Justice Chandrachud is the Chief Justice (CJI) of the Supreme Court of the country. This is the highest post in the judiciary. On the other hand, the Prime Minister occupies one of the top posts in the executive. In such a situation, when the invitation of the CJI goes to the PM, there is little scope for him to refuse it. Probably for this reason, the Prime Minister thought it appropriate to visit the CJI’s residence and he did go. The Prime Minister himself also informed about this through social media. He shared the picture of Ganesh Aarti in an X post. The PM wrote, ‘Attended Ganesh Puja at the residence of CJI Justice DY Chandrachud ji. May Lord Shri Ganesha grant happiness, prosperity and good health to all of us.’
Violation of the code of conduct of judges: Prashant Bhushan
Supreme Court lawyer Prashant Bhushan has expressed surprise at the PM’s visit to the CJI’s house. He wrote on Twitter, ‘It is surprising that CJI Chandrachud allowed Modi to come to his residence for a private meeting. This sends a very bad signal to the judiciary, which has the responsibility to protect the fundamental rights of citizens and ensure that the government works within the ambit of the Constitution. Therefore, there should be a distance between the executive and the judiciary.’ In another post, he mentioned the code of conduct for judges and said that it has been violated. He wrote, ‘Code of conduct for judges: A judge should maintain a certain distance in accordance with the dignity of his post. He should not do any such act or omission which is contrary to his high position and public respect for that post. Violation of the code of conduct.’
At the same time, a handle named Tribal Army raised the issue of secularism and judicial impartiality.
if the feeling is right then everything is right
Ratan Gaurav writes that if it is only about worship and prayer then it is fine, but if there is any feeling other than this then there is a problem.
Why the double standards?
Rupali Gautam writes, ‘If their personal relations remain strong, then their effect can definitely be seen in the decisions of the CJI. What do you people have to say on this?’ A large section is sharing old pictures and videos of the leaders of opposition parties on social media. They say that if organizing an Iftar party is secularism and it does not lower the dignity of any institution, then why the uproar over the PM’s participation in Ganesh Puja at the CJI’s house? Karuna Tyagi says, ‘Despite being a Hindu, if you organize an Iftar party with taxpayer’s money, then you are secular, but if you are a Hindu and participate in any puja, then you are communal and democracy is in danger.’
Abhishek Agarwal says, ‘This is a beautiful video. Every democratic institution in the country should maintain mutual harmony for the progress of the citizens. PM Narendra Modi and CJI DV Chandrachud, both are proud Hindus and represent a common India during Ganesh Utsav. This festival has deep roots in Indian culture, history and tradition. It is no surprise that a gang is against it.’
Worried about Maharashtra elections?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared a post in both English and Marathi languages with a picture of Ganesh Puja at the house of CJI Justice DY Chandrachud. In the picture, the Prime Minister is seen wearing a Marathi cap. It is being said that this cap of PM Modi, who has a great understanding of politics, is connected to the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. Ganesh Puja in itself is a big message from the PM to the Marathi people.