CJI Slams Politicization of Sengar Case, Stays HC Order Suspending Life Sentence

• Supreme Court stayed Delhi High Court's order suspending Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence in the Unnao rape case.
• CJI Surya Kant condemned public pressure, media trials, and attempts to politicize judicial matters, asserting arguments belong in court.
• SC questioned HC's interpretation of 'public servant' under POCSO, expressing concern over excluding MLAs while including constables.
• CBI argued Sengar, as an MLA, held a dominant position, making it an aggravated offense, and his release jeopardizes the survivor.
• The case now centers on the critical interpretation of POCSO regarding elected representatives and abuse of authority.

Why It Matters: SC asserts judicial independence, questions POCSO interpretation for MLAs, and stays Sengar's release.