KULWINDER SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of Kulwinder Singh and Amrik Singh under Section 15 of the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, affirming the trial court's findings based on the evidence presented, including the recovery of 110 bags of poppy husk. The Court noted that the appellants' defense of false implication was not substantiated, and the High Court's approval of the conviction was justified. The sentence of 10 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 1 lakh each was also maintained, with the Court emphasizing the seriousness of drug offenses.