SHARAFAT HUSSAIN (D) BY LRS. vs MOHD. SHAFIQ

The Supreme Court held that the delay in filing an application for substitution of legal representatives after the death of the sole appellant was justified due to the counsel's inability to contact the heirs. The Court condoned the delay, set aside the abatement of the appeal, and allowed the legal representatives to be brought on record. The High Court was directed to expedite the disposal of the appeal, emphasizing the importance of timely communication in legal proceedings.