General Insurance Council & Ors vs State Of A.P.& Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the implementation of Sections 451 and 457 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, in light of the petition filed under Article 32 of the Constitution. The Court reiterated the need for expeditious and judicious exercise of powers under Section 451 to prevent loss of property and reduce national waste from seized vehicles. The Court held that further directions were necessary to ensure compliance with previous judgments, particularly in maintaining the roadworthiness of recovered vehicles, thereby safeguarding the rights under Articles 14 and 19.