SUBHASH BABU PATIL vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court held that the Bombay High Court erred in disposing of the appeal in the absence of the appellant, emphasizing that fresh notice should have been issued as per established precedent. The Court set aside the impugned order and remanded the matter back to the High Court for fresh disposal, instructing that any bail application by the appellant should be considered expeditiously. The appeal was allowed, ensuring the appellant's right to be heard was upheld.