BHIARU RAM & ORS. vs CENTRAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION & ORS.

The Supreme Court, while considering a petition under Section 406 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, held that it has the authority to transfer cases for the ends of justice. The Court noted that the petitioners, who are residents of Rajasthan, argued for the transfer of a corruption case against Shri B.R. Meena from Mumbai to Jaipur due to the location of evidence and witnesses. The Court emphasized the necessity of a 'reasonable apprehension' that justice may not be served if the case remains in its current jurisdiction, ultimately granting the transfer to Jaipur.