N.BHARGAVAN PILLAI (DEAD) BY LRS vs STATE OF KERALA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of N. Bhargavan Pillai under Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947 and Section 409 IPC for misappropriation of funds while serving as Unit Manager in the Kerala State Civil Supplies Corporation. The Court found that the accused failed to hand over charge and keys of the godown, leading to discrepancies in stock verification. The sentence of two years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 1,00,000 was affirmed, despite the accused's death during the appeal process.