A bench led by the Chief Justice rejected special leave petitions filed by villagers from Singhaniya and other areas. The petitioners challenged the new delimitation and panchayat reorganisation. They argued that villages were merged with distant and inaccessible panchayats. The court refused to reopen the process.

The state government defended its stand strongly. Additional Advocate General Shiv Mangal Sharma told the court that delimitation did not rely only on distance. Authorities considered population, administrative convenience, and detailed district collector reports. The government completed the process legally by December 31, 2025. The State Election Commission has started preparing voter lists.

The Supreme Court upheld the Rajasthan High Court order. It directed the state to complete all Panchayati Raj elections by April 15, 2026. The court said any delay would disrupt the election schedule statewide.

However, the court allowed limited relief. Gram panchayats may submit objections regarding headquarters locations. Such complaints will not affect elections or delimitation. The ruling makes elections unavoidable and sets the political stage in rural Rajasthan.

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During the hearing, Ministers Ponnam and Vakiti were present at the Supreme Court, highlighting the state leadership’s active involvement in the case. Speaking to the media, Vikramarka emphasized that the verdict reinforces the government’s commitment to social justice and equitable representation for backward classes.

The decision was also appreciated by key political leaders outside the state, including MLC Theenmarr Mallanna in Delhi and Praja Shanti Party President K.A. Paul, who publicly welcomed the Supreme Court’s ruling. The verdict is expected to strengthen the implementation of reservation policies and provide clarity on the legal framework for backward class representation in Telangana, bringing relief to the government and beneficiaries alike.

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The matter reached its final stage when the bench headed by Chief Justice Gavai concluded arguments on the issue on the 22nd of this month. Today, the Supreme Court delivered its verdict, upholding the acquittal and providing relief to Mattaiah, marking a significant development in the long-running case.

This decision has been closely watched due to its political implications, as the case had involved allegations of electoral malpractice. The Supreme Court’s ruling now ends Mattaiah’s legal battle in this matter, reaffirming the earlier High Court decision.

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In a recent development, Matthayya submitted a letter to the Supreme Court alleging that AP Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was the mastermind behind the scheme and urging that he be investigated. The case had already created a political storm earlier, particularly following the arrest of then TDP MLA Revanth Reddy, which drew significant media attention.

Today’s verdict is expected to clarify the scope of investigations and could have major political and legal implications for Andhra Pradesh, potentially affecting key leaders and party dynamics in the state.

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