Archive · 29 Jul 2026
SC rejects J&K plea on Olympic judge case
The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a petition from the Jammu and Kashmir administration that challenged the quashing of a corruption case against Bilquis Mir, who is India's first female judge for kayaking and canoeing at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The High Court had earlier quashed the FIR, calling it a witch-hunt and an abuse of legal process.
The High Court criticized the authorities for harassing talented individuals like Mir, stating that such actions hinder the development of a sporting culture in India.
The Supreme Court agreed with the High Court's decision and dismissed the administration's petition.
The Supreme Court dismissed a Jammu and Kashmir administration petition challenging the quashing of an FIR against Bilquis Mir.
The High Court had quashed the FIR, calling it a witch-hunt and an abuse of legal process.
Justice Sanjay Dhar criticized the Anti-Corruption Bureau for harassing talented individuals like Mir.
The High Court referred to a letter from the Indian Olympic Association highlighting Mir's achievements.
The Supreme Court found no merit in the administration's petition and dismissed it.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Administration vs. Bilquis Mir
- What
- Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the quashing of an FIR against Olympic judge Bilquis Mir
- When
- July 27, 2024
- Where
- Supreme Court of India
- Why
- The court found no merit in the petition and dismissed it, upholding the High Court's decision to quash the FIR.
Jammu and Kashmir Administration
Bilquis Mir
FIR Quashing
Jammu and Kashmir Administration
Challenged the quashing of the FIR against Bilquis Mir, seeking to reinstate the corruption case.
Bilquis Mir
Defended the quashing of the FIR, arguing that the case was a witch-hunt and abuse of legal process.
Treatment of Athletes
Jammu and Kashmir Administration
Did not explicitly comment on the treatment of athletes but pursued legal action against Mir.
Bilquis Mir
Argued that authorities are harassing talented individuals like Mir, hindering the development of sports culture.
- Petitioner
- Jammu and Kashmir Administration
- Respondent
- Bilquis Mir
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Original FIR Filed By
- Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)
- High Court Judge
- Justice Sanjay Dhar
- Key Legal Provision
- Section 528 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
- Olympic Event
- 2024 Paris Olympics
- Date of Supreme Court Order
- July 27, 2024