Pregnant village head faces no‑trust motion as Chhattisgarh High Court intervenes

The elected sarpanch of a gram panchayat in Chhattisgarh, who is currently seven months pregnant, became the subject of a no‑trust motion filed by fellow council members. The motion, which seeks to remove her from office, raised concerns about procedural fairness and the impact on the administration of the village. In response, the Chhattisgarh High Court has taken cognizance of the matter and intervened to ensure that due process is observed. The court’s involvement is expected to provide a legal framework for reviewing the motion and safeguarding the rights of the elected representative. The outcome will likely set a precedent for handling similar disputes involving elected officials in the state.

The intervention underscores the judiciary’s role in overseeing local governance issues, especially when they intersect with sensitive matters such as pregnancy and the continuity of public service. Stakeholders, including other panchayat members and local residents, await further directions from the court.

No additional details regarding the timing of the hearing or the specific legal orders have been released at this stage.