Delhi High Court Orders Personal Appearance in Criminal Contempt Case

The Delhi High Court has directed Adeeshwar Singhal to appear in person on March 23 in ongoing criminal contempt proceedings, warning that coercive steps will be taken if he fails to comply.

The Bench took strong exception to Singhal repeatedly joining hearings via video conferencing despite earlier directions for physical appearance.

The Court noted that he used threatening and derogatory language against judges during proceedings. Non-bailable warrants have already been issued after he allegedly refused to disclose his location and failed to comply with court directions.

The Court also appointed advocate Amit George as amicus curiae to assist in the matter.

[Court on its own motion v. Adeeshwar Singhal]