Supreme Court of India · 2005-07-12
K. Vidya Sagar vs State of Uttar Pradesh and others
- Citation / case number
- SC 2004/61164
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- K. Vidya Sagar
- Respondent
- State of Uttar Pradesh and others
- Author
- G.P. Mathur
- Bench
- R.C. LAHOTI, H.K. SEMA & G.P. MATHUR
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court, while adjudicating a petition under Article 32, addressed issues surrounding tenancy and unlawful eviction. The Court emphasized the need for an inquiry into the FIR lodged by the petitioner and the harassment faced over six years, holding that the petitioner is entitled to compensation for rehabilitation and restoration of practice. The Court directed the CBI to file status reports and highlighted the importance of timely prosecution in such cases, reinforcing the principles of justice and fair play.