CITIZENS FOR JUSTICE AND PEACE vs STATE OF GUJARAT .

The Supreme Court addressed a Writ Petition under Article 32 challenging the appointment of Shri P.C. Pandey as Director General of Police, Gujarat, citing his alleged dereliction of duty during the 2002 Gujarat riots. The Court examined the claims of the petitioner regarding Pandey's failure to act during the riots and the potential impact of his continued appointment on justice for riot victims. Ultimately, the Court upheld the appointment, finding no merit in the petitioner's claims that it would adversely affect ongoing investigations into the riots.