STATE OF PUNJAB vs M/S RAJINDRA COLD STORAGE .

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of inordinate delay in filing a substitution application, specifically noting a delay of 2032 days which was not adequately explained. The Court held that the application for condonation of delay was rejected, leading to the dismissal of the Civil Appeal concerning Respondent No.12. This judgment underscores the importance of timely procedural compliance in civil appeals.