VP Dhankhar Urges Caution After SC's 'Caged Parrot' Remark on CBI

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasizes the need for institutions to work in tandem and avoid triggering political debates.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar responded to the Supreme Court's recent 'caged parrot' comment about the CBI, stressing the importance of institutional independence.
Dhankhar highlighted that all state organs—Judiciary, Legislature, and Executive—must work together to uphold democratic values and constitutional ideals.
He warned that critical observations could demoralize institutions like the Election Commission and investigative agencies, which operate under tight conditions.
The Supreme Court made the 'caged parrot' remark while granting bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a case involving alleged irregularities in the city's liquor policy.
Dhankhar's comments aim to prevent judiciary observations from becoming focal points of political controversy, potentially harming the efficacy of established institutions.