NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION vs STATE OF GUJARAT & ORS.

The Supreme Court directed the continuation of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted under Section 173(8) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, to ensure thorough investigation in nine cases related to the Gujarat riots. The Court emphasized the importance of a fair trial and noted that the SIT had successfully added new accused and examined numerous witnesses, demonstrating its diligence. The Court held that the SIT would remain operational until the completion of trials in all cases, allowing for further inquiries as necessary under the law.