New Delhi, April 10 Allahabad High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma, who is facing impeachment proceedings after stacks of burnt currency notes were found at his residence here, has submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu, sources said on Friday.
"Your Excellency, While I do not intend to burden your esteemed office with the reasons that have compelled me to submit this letter, it is with deep regret that I hereby tender my resignation from the office of Judge of the Hon'ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, effective immediately. It has been an honor to serve in this office," the resignation letter sent to the President on April 9 stated.
Justice Varma was transferred from the Delhi High Court back to the Allahabad High Court after stacks of burnt currency notes were found at his official residence in New Delhi on March 14 last year.
