Man Singh & Anr vs State Of M.P

The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's appeal against conviction under Section 8/18(b) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, due to the absence of the appointed Legal Aid counsel during the hearing. The Court emphasized that the High Court should have ensured proper legal representation, given the seriousness of the charges. The matter was remitted for a fresh hearing, allowing the appellant another opportunity to present their case.