Gauhati HC Bar Association Seeks Recusal of Judge from Contempt Case Over ‘Liked’ Post

The Gauhati High Court Bar Association (GHCBA) president requested the recusal of Justice Unnikrishnan Nair from a contempt case after he allegedly “liked” an online post related to the criminal case against certain lawyers. 

The contempt petition, filed by Advocate General Saikia, accused three advocates of making derogatory remarks against Justice Suman Shyam during protests over shifting the High Court building from its existing site. 

The court reserved its verdict but agreed to consider the recusal request.

The court also criticized the GHCBA for failing to act against the members involved in the protest.