VIKRAMJIT SINGH @ VICKY vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court examined the case of Meena Rani's murder, where the appellant was accused of inflicting multiple stab injuries leading to her death. The Court emphasized that the prosecution must establish the motive and the act of murder beyond reasonable doubt, as per Section 302 IPC. The Court upheld the conviction of the appellant, affirming that the evidence presented, including the nature of injuries and circumstantial evidence, was sufficient to prove guilt. The appeal against the conviction was dismissed, reinforcing the principle that circumstantial evidence can be compelling when it forms a complete chain.