C.B.I vs ASHOK KUMAR AGGARWAL

The Supreme Court overturned the Delhi High Court's decision that set aside the Special Judge's order granting pardon to respondent no. 2 under Section 306 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. The Court held that the Special Judge had the authority to grant pardon to an accused who provides evidence against co-accused, establishing that such a pardon is valid if it aids in the investigation of a serious crime. The case was remanded for fresh consideration of the application for pardon.