Lok Sabha to Receive Inquiry Report on Justice Varma Allegations
The Lok Sabha is set to receive a two-volume inquiry committee report detailing allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. The report, along with oral evidence, will be presented on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Key takeaways
- A Lok Sabha inquiry committee report concerning allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma is scheduled for tabling on August 12, 2026.
- The report investigates allegations against Justice Varma, stemming from the discovery of unaccounted for cash at his official residence.
- The report will be presented in two volumes, along with oral evidence, by the secretary general.
- A separate motion has been filed seeking discussion on alleged mishandling of temple donations nationwide.
The Lok Sabha will on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, be presented with a report from an inquiry committee that investigated allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma. Removal proceedings had been initiated against Justice Varma following the alleged discovery of unaccounted for cash at his official residence.
According to the Lok Sabha's schedule for the day, the secretary general is slated to "lay" the two volumes of the report, accompanied by oral evidence, before the House. The proceedings of the Lok Sabha during the Monsoon Session are being conducted by Speaker Om Birla.
Separately, Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an Adjournment Motion notice. This notice seeks a discussion in the Lok Sabha concerning alleged theft, misappropriation, and irregular handling of temple donations and valuables throughout the country.
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