The Supreme Court has summoned chief secretaries from 18 states and Union territories for non-compliance with the Second National Judicial Pay Commission's recommendations concerning pension arrears and retirement benefits for judicial officers. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud warned of issuing non-bailable warrants if no substantive compliance is shown. The chief secretaries will have to explain the delay in person on August 27, rejecting requests for virtual appearances. The move follows multiple extensions and persistent non-compliance despite clear directives from the apex court.
