Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday, July 20, confirmed that the government will move an impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma of the Allahabad High Court during the upcoming session of Parliament. Speaking to reporters, Rijiju said that the motion has already received support from over 100 Members of Parliament. While he did not specify an exact timeline, he assured that further details would be announced in due course.
The move comes in response to a controversy that erupted in March 2025, when a fire broke out at Justice Varma’s official residence in Delhi. During the investigation, a significant amount of burnt or partially burnt cash was reportedly recovered from the premises. The incident raised serious questions and led to widespread public and political outcry.
The discovery sparked demands for a thorough probe into the matter, with many calling for transparency and accountability from the judiciary. The impeachment motion marks a rare and serious step, reflecting the gravity of the allegations and the government’s intent to address concerns over judicial conduct.
