Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan has ignited a crucial debate, voicing strong dissent against the collegium’s decision to transfer Justice Atul Sreedharan. At the heart of his concern lies the perceived executive influence, a move he argues directly undermines judicial independence. Justice Bhuyan’s powerful stance highlights how transfers, particularly when instigated by the central government, can severely compromise judicial independence and the very fabric of the collegium system. He unequivocally stated that preserving judicial independence is paramount for a functioning democracy.
