New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday sought response from Centre and Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana on a plea challenging Delhi High Court order that upheld Asthana's appointment as police chief. A bench comprising Justices DY Chandrachud and AS Bopanna has already send a notice to the Centre and Asthana in this regard.
The Delhi High Court had upheld the Centre's decision to appoint Asthana, Gujarat cadre IPS officer, as Delhi Police Commissioner four days before his superannuation on July 31, saying there was "no irregularity, illegality or infirmity" in his selection.
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The High Court while dismissing a PIL challenging Asthana's selection, had said the justification and reasons given by the Centre for appointing Asthana are plausible, calling for no interference in judicial review.