RAJU GHOSH vs STATE OF TRIPURA .

The Supreme Court allowed the appeal against the interim order of the Gauhati High Court, emphasizing the need for expedited proceedings due to an acute shortage of police personnel in Tripura ahead of upcoming elections. The Court requested the High Court to prioritize the hearing of Writ Appeal No. 23 of 2012, aiming for a decision by February 7, 2013. The Court clarified that it did not address the merits of the case and set aside the High Court's order while ensuring the Single Judge's order remains in abeyance until the appeal is decided.