44 former judges defend CJI Surya Kant amid criticism over Rohingya remarks, calls it 'motivated campaign'

Judges including former Supreme Court and High Court judges, have come together to strongly defend Chief Justice of India Surya Kant after what they describe as a “motivated campaign” targeting his recent remarks on Rohingya refugees. The group of 44 retired judges condemned the ongoing criticisms of CJI Surya Kant, who had made the comments during a hearing, and argued that attempts were being made to malign the judiciary and attribute political motives to his actions.

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