“Justice L. Narasimha Reddy Resigns from Telangana Inquiry Commission”

Former Chief Justice L. Narasimha Reddy Steps Down from Telangana Electricity Judicial Enquiry Commission

In a statement issued today, former Chief Justice of Patna High Court, L. Narasimha Reddy, clarified his position regarding recent press briefings and announced his decision to step down from the Telangana Electricity Judicial Enquiry Commission.

Justice Reddy’s office is located on the 7th floor of BRKR Bhawan, while the office of Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose’s commission operates from the 8th floor. Justice Reddy explained that nearly every other day, the commission held press briefings which led reporters to seek comments from his office as well. To address the speculative news reports that emerged when no briefings were held, Justice Reddy organized a conference to update the media on the inquiry’s scope and progress.

He emphasized the importance of transparency, noting that the commission’s hearings are inherently public. A notification was issued inviting public representations, reflecting this commitment to openness.

Justice Reddy underscored the principle that a judge, or former judge, should never have to assert their impartiality, as doing so could undermine the integrity of their office. In a gesture to uphold the dignity of the judiciary, he expressed his intention to resign from the commission.

Justice L. Narasimha Reddy served as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court and has now decided to step down from his current role to maintain the respect and honor of the judicial fraternity.