RUBABBUDDIN SHEIKH vs STATE OF GUJARAT & ORS

The Supreme Court, while addressing a writ petition under Article 32 of the Constitution, directed the Gujarat police to ensure a fair and impartial investigation into the alleged fake encounter of Sohrabuddin and the disappearance of Kausarbi. The Court noted the apprehensions regarding the safety of witnesses and emphasized the need for a CBI investigation to avoid local police influence. The Court issued notices to both the Union of India and the State of Gujarat for compliance and report submission, underscoring the importance of protecting the petitioners and ensuring justice.