ALADANKANDU PUTHIYAPURAYIL ABDULLA vs FOOD INSPECTOR, CANNANORE & ANR.

The Supreme Court dismissed the Special Leave Petition under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, citing Section 16(1A)(i), Section 7(i), and Section 2(1A). The Court emphasized the need for expeditious trials in food adulteration cases to uphold the right to a fair trial under Article 21 of the Constitution, noting the prejudicial impact of delayed justice. The petitioner was advised to seek remission from the State Government for the remaining sentence, given the circumstances of the case.