MANOHAR PRAJAPAT vs STATE OF M.P.

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal of Manohar Prajapat, who faced charges under Sections 294 and 307 read with Section 34 IPC, granting him a last opportunity to summon six defense witnesses to support his alibi. The Court noted the negligence on the appellant's part in delaying the application but emphasized the importance of a fair trial and the right to present a defense. The impugned order of the High Court was set aside, and the appellant was directed to move the Trial Court within a week for summoning the witnesses, subject to a cost of Rs. 5000.