Overview
- A division bench of Justices Anil Kshetarpal and Harish Vaidyanathan Shankar set aside the November 12 sanction that had allowed a chargesheet.
- The court found errors in the Lokpal’s application of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act and directed reconsideration of sanction under Section 20 within a month.
- The decision vacates the sanction basis for a CBI chargesheet until the Lokpal issues a fresh, reasoned order.
- Mahua Moitra argued her written and oral submissions were ignored, while the CBI maintained she had only a limited right to submit comments without an oral hearing.
- The case traces back to 2023 complaints alleging she shared her Lok Sabha login with businessman Darshan Hiranandani and received benefits, claims she disputes regarding any cash.