The Supreme Court declined to address petitions regarding Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s alleged remarks and a contentious video. The Court directed the petitioners to seek action through the Gauhati High Court, emphasizing that such matters are best handled by the respective High Courts. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi argued for FIR registration against CM Sarma, citing violations of his constitutional duties and objectionable statements made in various states.
The Bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, expressed disapproval of directly approaching the Supreme Court without exhausting High Court remedies. It emphasized the importance of respecting the authority of High Courts and criticized attempts to undermine their jurisdiction. The controversy stemmed from a deleted video shared by the Assam BJP, showing CM Sarma with a firearm, leading to political reactions and a complaint by AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi.
Responding to the complaint, CM Sarma expressed readiness to face arrest and denied knowledge of the video. He maintained his willingness to cooperate with legal proceedings. The Supreme Court urged petitioners to trust the High Courts for resolution and avoid bypassing established legal channels. The matter underscores the need to uphold legal processes and respect the roles of different judicial authorities.
