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Kharge moves SC to quash CVC order against CBI Director
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday moved an application in the Supreme Court requesting it to quash the separate orders of Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) and Ministry of Personnel issued on October 23 that divested CBI Director Alok Verma of his powers, saying the move was “completely illegal, arbitrary and without jurisdiction”.
Kharge’s application said the orders violated the powers conferred upon the Statutory Committee — a three-member panel comprising Prime Minister, Chief Justice of India and Leader of Opposition — under Section 4A of the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act 1946.
Kharge, who is also on the Statutory Committee, said the DSPE Act provides that the Director of Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) shall be appointed on the recommendation of the committee and transferred also only with its consent.
“Filed a petition before Supreme Court requesting it to quash order of Centre because it is illegal… They should have called meeting of all — Prime Minister, Chief Justice of India and me. Without any meeting, without committee’s consent, they overnight asked him (CBI Director) to go on leave indefinitely,” Kharge said.
The Lok Sabha MP said the orders were in “violation of Central Bureau of Investigation Act” and alleged that the CVC also violated rules by asking Verma to go on leave.
“Violation is there and it’s clearly PMO’s direct involvement in autonomous bodies. So, I have challenged that and filed a petition before Supreme Court. Let’s see what happens.”
The Congress leader referred to the apex court’s observation in Vineet Narain vs Union of India (1998) case wherein, he said, it was held that recommendations for appointment of the CBI Director shall be made by a committee headed by the Central Vigilance Commissioner with the Home Secretary and Secretary (Personnel) as its members.
“The Supreme Court in Vineet Narain’s case unequivocally observed that holders of public office are entrusted with powers which have to be exercised in public trust… Accordingly, this court was pleased to pass directions for effective functioning and independence of the CBI and the CVC.”
Kharge also sought to be impleaded as an intervenor in the plea moved by Verma challenging his removal.
On October 23, while CBI Director Verma was divested of his powers by orders of the CVC as well as the Central government, Special Director Rakesh Asthana was sent on leave and the interim charge of the Director’s office was assigned to the Joint Director M. Nageshwar Rao.
On October 24, Verma had challenged Centre’s decision to remove him as the Director of CBI, stating that investigating officers of sensitive cases are being changed. Asthana had also moved the Delhi High Court challenging the FIR registered against him in the bribery case.
Subsequently, on October 26, the apex court issued a string of interim measures wherein it directed that the inquiry in respect of the allegations made in the note of Cabinet Secretary be completed by the CVC within two weeks.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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