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Can CAG reports be made public before being tabled in Assembly? Delhi High Court to examine
Update / Judgement Date
16 Jan 2025
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Team — WCP Legal Desk
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The Delhi High Court examined whether the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports can be made public before being tabled in the legislative assembly. The court is set to deliberate on the balance between transparency in governance and procedural norms. The petition challenges the delay in presenting CAG reports to the assembly, arguing that making them public earlier could promote greater accountability. This case addresses key concerns about the timing and availability of governmental audits and their role in enhancing public awareness of fiscal matters.