Supreme Court of India · 2016-09-26
JAGDISH NARAIN SHUKLA vs STATE OF UP
- Citation / case number
- SC 2013/24152
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- JAGDISH NARAIN SHUKLA
- Respondent
- STATE OF UP
- Author
- A.M. KHANWILKAR
- Bench
- A.M. KHANWILKAR T.S. THAKUR
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision regarding the implementation of the Lokayukta's report under Section 12(3) of the U.P. Lokayukta and Up-Lokayuktas Act, 1975. The Court emphasized the necessity for a specialized investigating agency to probe the alleged corruption involving public servants who acquired assets at undervalued prices. The Court directed the concerned authorities to act on the Lokayukta's findings and ensure accountability, thereby reinforcing the principle of transparency in public office.