In Brief
A 27-year-old Sarpanch (village head) in Chhattisgarh was removed from office following delay in completion of construction projects. A work order was issued with a three-month completion timeline but served to her only after the deadline had passed. The Supreme Court found the removal unjustified, resulting from bureaucratic overreach and violation of natural justice. The Court quashed the removal orders, reinstated her as Sarpanch, and highlighted systemic discrimination against female elected representatives. The Court directed the State to pay ₹1 lakh in costs and conduct an inquiry against officials responsible for her harassment.
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