Supreme Court Sets Aside Removal of Chhattisgarh Woman Sarpanch from Office, Orders Enquiry, Imposes Cost

The Supreme Court has set aside the removal of a woman Sarpanch from Chhattisgarh and ordered an inquiry into the circumstances of her removal. The Court found that due process was not followed in her dismissal and that the principles of natural justice were violated. The order included the imposition of costs on the authorities involved, underscoring the importance of fair procedures in administrative actions. The ruling emphasizes the need for transparency and adherence to legal norms in the removal of elected officials, protecting their rights and ensuring accountability in local governance.