Daijiworld Media Network- New Delhi

New Delhi, Jun 19: In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through judicial corridors, a high-level judicial inquiry panel has recommended the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma, a sitting judge of the Allahabad High Court, following startling revelations linked to a mysterious fire incident at his Delhi residence.

The fire, which broke out late at night on March 14 at Justice Varma’s official bungalow located at 30 Tughlak Crescent, reportedly exposed large quantities of burnt and partially burnt currency notes, triggering immediate suspicion and subsequent investigation.

According to exclusive details accessed by NDTV, a three-member panel of senior judges constituted to probe the incident has concluded that sufficient evidence exists to initiate removal proceedings against Justice Varma. The panel's report, submitted recently to the Supreme Court, forms the basis for potential constitutional action under Article 124(4) of the Indian Constitution.

The fire, initially believed to be accidental, had set off a routine fire service response. However, the aftermath stunned investigators as crores worth of cash — charred and damaged — were found inside the residence, allegedly concealed in unusual places. The incident raised serious questions about possible corruption and illicit wealth possession.

While no official comment has yet come from the judiciary or the judge in question, the findings have already stirred public discourse on judicial accountability and transparency. Legal experts suggest that if the Parliament proceeds with the recommendation, this could lead to one of the rarest instances of a High Court judge facing impeachment.

Sources indicate that the case may now be referred to the Chief Justice of India and the President, and could also be taken up by Parliament if endorsed by the judiciary and executive branches.

With the credibility of the judiciary under intense scrutiny, all eyes are now on the next constitutional steps in what could be a landmark moment in Indian legal history.