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CAT member recuses from hearing Sanjiv Chaturvedi’s plea, 17th judge to step aside
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 02:46 PM
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A member of the Central Administrative Tribunal has withdrawn from hearing former IAS officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi’s petition, marking the 17th judge to recuse in the ongoing case.
A member of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has formally recused himself from hearing the petition filed by former IAS officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi. The decision was announced in a written order, citing personal reasons that could affect impartiality.
Chaturvedi’s plea challenges a series of administrative actions taken against him during his tenure in various government posts, alleging procedural irregularities and undue pressure. The case has attracted considerable attention because it touches upon the independence of senior civil servants and the functioning of the CAT.
The recusal marks the 17th instance of a judge stepping aside from this matter, raising questions about the tribunal’s capacity to deliver a timely verdict. Legal experts note that repeated withdrawals may delay the resolution of the case and could prompt a review of judge allocation procedures within the CAT.
Chaturvedi’s plea challenges a series of administrative actions taken against him during his tenure in various government posts, alleging procedural irregularities and undue pressure. The case has attracted considerable attention because it touches upon the independence of senior civil servants and the functioning of the CAT.
The recusal marks the 17th instance of a judge stepping aside from this matter, raising questions about the tribunal’s capacity to deliver a timely verdict. Legal experts note that repeated withdrawals may delay the resolution of the case and could prompt a review of judge allocation procedures within the CAT.