Supreme Court of India · 2007-08-24
Pramod Kumar & Anr vs Bihar Vyavasayik Sangharsh Morcha & Ors
- Citation / case number
- AIR 2007 SUPREME COURT 2948
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Pramod Kumar & Anr
- Respondent
- Bihar Vyavasayik Sangharsh Morcha & Ors
- Author
- Arijit Pasayat
- Bench
- Arijit Pasayat, Altamas Kabir
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the directions issued by the Patna High Court in a Public Interest Litigation concerning police accountability and the need for regular transfers of police officers. The Court emphasized that officers who have remained at a particular station for over four years should be transferred, as per normal administrative practices, to prevent stagnation and ensure effective policing. Additionally, the Court mandated the establishment of a monitoring system for the registration of First Information Reports (FIRs) to enhance transparency and accountability in crime reporting, thereby reinforcing the state's obligation to maintain law and order.