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A group of advocates from the Shivamogga Bar Association has objected to Karnataka High Court Justice V. Shrishananda’s planned participation in a seminar organized by Srigandha and the Shivamogga Bar Association. The seminar, scheduled for December 25th in Shivamogga, will feature Justice Shrishananda lecturing on “The judicial system in ancient India.” The advocates’ concern stems from the fact that the program is presided over by former deputy chief minister K.S. Eshwarappa, against whom multiple criminal and civil cases are pending. The advocates fear that Justice Shrishananda’s presence alongside Eshwarappa could compromise the impartiality of justice, potentially influencing the outcome of cases against Eshwarappa and his son. They have written to the Chief Justice of India and the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, urging them to take action.
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Controversy Erupts Over Judge’s Appearance at Event Presided Over by Accused Politician
Shivamogga, December 23, 2025 – A group of advocates from the Shivamogga Bar Association has lodged a formal complaint regarding Karnataka High Court Justice V. Shrishananda’s scheduled appearance at a seminar on “The judicial system in ancient India.” The event, organized jointly by Srigandha and the Shivamogga Bar Association, is slated for December 25th at Kuvempu Rangamandira in Shivamogga.
The controversy arises from the fact that the program is being presided over by former deputy chief minister K.S. Eshwarappa, against whom several criminal and civil cases are currently pending in various courts, including the Karnataka High Court. Eshwarappa also is the president of Srigandha. His son, K.E. Kantesh, is a special invitee to the event.
In letters addressed to the Chief Justice of India and the Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court, the advocates argue that Justice Shrishananda’s presence alongside Eshwarappa could undermine the principles of fair and impartial administration of justice. The lawyers fear the appearance could create undue influence on the ongoing cases against Eshwarappa and his son, who face allegations ranging from corruption and amassing disproportionate wealth to making provocative statements and hate speeches.
“A High Court judge sharing a dais with people facing several cases is contrary to the principles of fair and impartial administration of justice,” stated K.P. Sripal, one of the advocates who signed the letters. “Such an event may cast undue influence on the cases pending against K.S. Eshwarappa and his son in subordinate courts.”
The advocates have requested the CJI and High Court CJ to take appropriate action regarding the program.
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