SC rebukes Revanth over Kavitha bail comment: ‘Do we pass orders after consulting political parties?’

On August 27, a bench of Justices Gavai and Viswanathan had granted bail to Kavitha in the CBI and ED’s cases of alleged corruption and money laundering linked to the Delhi excise policy.

In the post-lunch hearing, the reference to Reddy’s remarks came up. Justice Gavai told senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, who appeared for Reddy: “The manner of the statement he made… Just read what he has stated today morning… that sort of statement by a responsible Chief Minister, that might create an apprehension in somebody’s mind… do we pass our orders in consultation with a political party?” The judge said “that” alone “should be a ground on which your proceedings should be transferred”.

Rohatgi apologised on behalf of Reddy and said: “Let me make amends and keep the matter on Monday.” Justice Viswanthan too questioned the remarks and asked if it is the kind of statement to come from a responsible person, who is holding the office of CM. He underlined the importance of mutual respect and said: “Look at the statement! Maintain arm’s length, but have respect”.

Reddy, while interacting with the media on Wednesday evening, had reportedly said: “It is a fact that BRS worked for the victory of the BJP in the 2024 LS polls. There is also talk that Kavitha got bail because of the deal between BRS and BJP.’’