BABUA @ TAZMUL HUSSAIN vs STATE OF ORISSA .

The appellant challenged the prolonged delay in a criminal trial involving allegations of abetment and conspiracy under the Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985. The case highlights the procedural complications arising from the splitting of trials due to absconding accused and the subsequent interference by the High Court. The Supreme Court examined the impact of these procedural delays on the appellant's right to a speedy trial.