'Don't Undermine Courts': SC Slams Pleas Seeking FIR Against Himanta Sarma Ahead Of Assam Polls

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Last Updated:February 16, 2026, 14:08 IST

The top court observed a "disturbing trend" of petitioners approaching the Supreme Court instead of High Courts

The Supreme Court on Monday came down heavily on the petitioners who were seeking an FIR against Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over alleged hate speech, saying they should not undermine constitutional courts.

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi also observed a “disturbing trend" and said, “Whenever there is an election in some state, this court becomes a political battleground."

The bench also asked petitioners to approach the High Court. “Please come to us via the constitutionally prescribed route," it added.

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February 16, 2026, 14:08 IST

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