Manan Kumar Mishra's power diminished, Supreme Court said - not democratically elected - Manan Kumar Mishra power loss as BCI chairman, Supreme Court CJI Surya Kant states he was not democratically elected

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The Supreme Court has appointed Manan Kumar Mishra, Chairman of the Bar Council of India, as the Pro-tem Chairman, meaning he will hold the post only until the new BCI officials are elected. While delivering this verdict, the court stated that Manan Kumar Mishra was not democratically elected, hence his powers have been limited. As per the court's directive, major policy decisions will now be taken in consultation with the Attorney General and Solicitor General of India. Although he can oversee day-to-day operations, his tenure will be limited until the new elections for the BCI are held after the elections of the State Bar Councils.