Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma resigned from the Gauhati High Court Bar Association on April 30, citing a conflict of interest.
According to the reports, the chief minister submitted his resignation via a letter to the president of the Bar Association.
The resignation stems from the association’s opposition to the proposed Judicial Township at Rangmahal in North Guwahati, a project approved by the Gauhati High Court.
CM Sarma, in his letter, stated that the relocation is crucial due to the current High Court’s space constraints and lack of modern facilities.
“The existing infrastructure of our High Court has miserably failed to meet present-day requirements, and the situation will only worsen,” Sarma wrote.
He emphasised the government’s commitment to the project, despite its high cost. He also refuted claims of political gain, saying the site selection was made by a High-Powered Committee and is outside his constituency.
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CM Sarma highlighted the long-term benefits of the proposed Judicial Township for the legal community and suggested converting the existing High Court into a museum.
He said his resignation was necessary to avoid a conflict and support judicial reform.
