Narcotics Control Bureau, Mumbai vs Abdullah Hussain Juma & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the prosecution must comply with the mandatory provisions of the NDPS Act, specifically Sections 8(c), 21, 28, and 23, for a valid conviction. The Court found that the High Court rightly set aside the conviction due to non-compliance with procedural safeguards, emphasizing the importance of adhering to statutory requirements in drug-related offenses. Consequently, the appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to acquit the respondent.