Singh has alleged the Chhattisgarh government machinery is being used to harass him and tarnish his reputation as he had declined “illegal favours” to various high ranked officials of the state, and to falsely implicate members of the erstwhile government in ‘Nagrik Apurti Nigam’ (NAN) scam. He has also sought quashing of the September 19, 2022 order granting sanction to prosecute him under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

The SC while posting the matter for hearing after eight weeks asked that Notice, Counter be filed within four weeks. Rejoinder within two weeks thereafter. The apex court also issued notice on an interim prayer by the petitioner who has sought a direction that proceedings emanating from the three FIRs lodged against him be stayed.