Kedar Narayan Parida & Ors vs State Of Orissa & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of police inaction in the investigation of a murder case under Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, emphasizing the duty of the police to act promptly and effectively. The Court held that the failure to arrest all accused persons named in the FIR, despite evidence, constituted a violation of the victim's right to justice. The Court directed the police to complete the investigation and ensure that all accused were apprehended and charged appropriately, thereby reinforcing the principle of accountability in law enforcement.