DAROGA SINGH vs B.K. PANDEY

The Supreme Court addressed the grave misconduct of police officials who attacked District Judge Shri D.N. Barai in his courtroom, violating the principles of law and order. The Court emphasized that such actions undermine the judiciary and constitute a serious contempt of court under the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971. The Court held that the police officials involved must face stringent action for their premeditated assault, thereby reinforcing the sanctity of judicial proceedings and the protection of judicial officers.