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Supreme Court Stays Allahabad High Court Proceedings Against Rahul Gandhi

42 sourcesUpdated 17 Aug 2026, 8:22 am Coverage regionsGlobal · International · Bengaluru · Chennai
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The Supreme Court ordered an immediate halt to Allahabad High Court proceedings regarding a disproportionate assets case against Rahul Gandhi.

A Bench led by the Chief Justice observed that courts must adhere to principles of natural justice.

Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued that the initial proceedings lacked proper opportunity for a response and constituted a political witch-hunt.

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Raju defended the gravity of the allegations while noting the agency was verifying a complaint.

The apex court also questioned the Central Bureau of Investigation regarding its previous silence on the matter.

Furthermore, the court restrained the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate from submitting any reports to the High Court.

Formal notices were issued to the central agencies and the original petitioner, S Vignesh Shishir.

The legal battle highlights ongoing tensions surrounding investigative actions targeting prominent political figures.

Observers note the case will likely focus on procedural fairness and the jurisdiction of high court directives.

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All reports agree that the Supreme Court has stayed the Allahabad High Court proceedings in the disproportionate assets case against Rahul Gandhi and restrained central agencies from submitting reports.

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The final legal outcome depends on the formal responses submitted by the CBI, the ED, and the original petitioner following the Supreme Court notices.

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Supreme Court halts HC proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in disproportionate assets case

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The Supreme Court ordered an immediate halt to disproportionate assets proceedings initiated by the Allahabad High Court against Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi. A Bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant observed that courts must follow principles of natural justice. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal contended that the High Court proceedings were conducted without giving Gandhi an opportunity to be heard, whereas ASG S.V. Raju defended the gravity of the allegations.

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Rahul Gandhi disproportionate assets case: Supreme Court stays Allahabad High Court proceedings, restrains…

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The Supreme Court directed the Allahabad High Court to defer proceedings involving allegations that Rahul Gandhi holds disproportionate assets to his known income. The apex court also restrained the CBI and ED from submitting any report to the High Court while considering Gandhi's challenge. Kapil Sibal argued before the bench that the High Court action amounted to a witch-hunt and was initiated without allowing Gandhi a proper opportunity to respond.

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Supreme Court Halts Allahabad HC Proceedings Against Rahul Gandhi In Plea Seeking CBI/ED Probe

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The Supreme Court directed the deferral of Allahabad High Court proceedings regarding a petition seeking CBI and ED investigations into Rahul Gandhi for allegedly possessing disproportionate assets. The bench restrained central agencies from submitting reports to the High Court. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued that the proceedings were a witch-hunt, while Additional Solicitor General SV Raju maintained that the allegations were serious and required examination.

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‘If It Is Serious, Why Kept Quiet’, SC To CBI; Halts HC Hearing On Rahul Assets Plea

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The Supreme Court orally questioned the CBI regarding its silence on allegations against Rahul Gandhi and halted Allahabad High Court hearings on a plea claiming Gandhi holds disproportionate assets. During the hearing, Kapil Sibal claimed the high court proceedings were a witch-hunt, while ASG S.V. Raju argued that the CBI was only verifying a serious complaint. The bench noted that courts are expected to follow natural justice principles when issuing directions.

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Supreme Court Halts Allahabad High Court Proceedings In Rahul Gandhi Assets Case

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The Supreme Court directed the Allahabad High Court to stay proceedings in a disproportionate assets case against Rahul Gandhi. A three-judge bench also restrained central investigative agencies from submitting reports in the matter. Formal notices were issued to the CBI, the ED, and the original petitioner, S Vignesh Shishir, following arguments presented by Gandhi's counsel, senior advocate Kapil Sibal.