Delhi High Court Questions Vacancies at National Commission for Minorities

The Delhi High Court questioned the Central Government regarding the prolonged vacancies for the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Members of the National Commission for Minorities.

A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela observed that the Commission could not function effectively in the absence of its leadership.

The Court emphasised urgency, stating, “You can’t have a Commission without the head. Don’t wait for the next hearing, get things moving.” 

The Court directed counsel representing the Government to obtain instructions and file a response. The Court has listed the matter for further proceedings.

[Mujahid Nafees v Union of India]