KRISHNAKANT TAMRAKAR vs THE STATE OF MADHYA PRADESH

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of delay in hearing appeals, emphasizing the importance of timely justice as a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court noted that the appellant had been in custody for over ten years without bail or a hearing of his appeal, which could render the appeal meaningless. While the Court did not grant bail, it issued notice to explore remedies for expediting the hearing of appeals, referencing the need for increased judicial capacity and adherence to timelines in justice delivery as highlighted in previous judgments and reports.