Supreme Court Orders AIIMS Director Apology

Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 07-07-2026

Case Overview: Petitioner Pratibha Kashyap filed miscellaneous applications against the State of Uttar Pradesh & others (SLP(Crl) Nos.16815‑16816/2025). Respondent No.4, Dr. Nikhil Tandon, Acting Director of AIIMS, was directed to appear personally and explain alleged contempt of the Court’s earlier order dated 27‑05‑2026. He instead filed a reply affidavit, offering an unconditional apology while also providing justification for the conduct.

Final Outcome: The Court accepted Dr. Tandon’s unconditional apology, waived the requirement for his personal appearance, and listed the matter for further hearing on 09‑07‑2026 at 12:30 p.m.

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