Overview
- The bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and A.G. Masih directed a decision within three weeks on the remaining disqualification pleas and cautioned it will proceed with contempt if there is further delay.
- After missing a July 31, 2025 three‑month deadline, the Speaker rejected seven of ten petitions in December 2025 and has since decided one more, leaving two cases unresolved.
- According to filings cited in court, the pending cases concern Danam Nagender and Kadiyam Srihari, with evidence recording slated for February 18 and 19.
- The State, represented by senior advocate A.M. Singhvi, sought limited additional time citing municipal elections and ongoing proceedings, while petitioners objected to repeated adjournments and sparse hearings.
- The Supreme Court reiterated that the Speaker functions as a tribunal under the Tenth Schedule and does not enjoy constitutional immunity from judicial scrutiny for delays in anti‑defection adjudication.