Supreme Court of India · 2016-09-26
Jugal Kishore Mishra vs B.P. Singh And Ors
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Jugal Kishore Mishra
- Respondent
- B.P. Singh And Ors
- Bench
- Rohinton Fali Nariman, Kurian Joseph
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order dismissing the appellant's contempt proceedings due to his absence, emphasizing the need for justice and the appellant's advanced age. The Court held that the appellant should be given another opportunity to present his case on merits, thereby remitting the matter back to the High Court for reconsideration. The appeal was disposed of with no costs.