In the wake of security concerns raised about the upcoming Tripura local body elections, the Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear on Tuesday a contempt petition at the behest of All India Trinamool Congress.
On November 11, the Court had directed on a petition filed by the All India Trinamool Congress that it is the responsibility of the Tripura police authorities to ensure that no political party is prevented from exercising their rights in accordance with law for political campaigning in a peaceful manner.
On Monday, Advocate Amar Dave made a mention before a bench headed by Justice D. Y. Chandrachud, “We had earlier filed a writ petition in connection with the Tripura elections. Your Lordships had passed directions for the arrangement of security. But the situation is worsening. Yesterday also incidents have happened. And they are taking place across the board now. n view of what has transpired, we have filed a fresh contempt petition, and we are also seeking directions from Your Lordships. Please let it be heard urgently”.
When Justice Chandrachud noted that the elections are scheduled for November 25, the advocate urged, “The situation is very volatile. It requires the Court’s considerations. Every day, these incidents are happening, and they are increasing”
Justice Chandrachud agreed to hear the matter tomorrow.
