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Supreme Court of India · 2024-07-15

Shailendra Kumar Srivastva vs The State Of Uttar Pradesh

Citation / case number
2024 INSC 529
Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Shailendra Kumar Srivastva
Respondent
The State Of Uttar Pradesh
Author
Vikram Nath
Bench
Vikram Nath

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of prolonged delays in legal proceedings, particularly in cases involving influential individuals, highlighting the need for timely justice. The Court examined the Allahabad High Court's order allowing withdrawal of prosecution under Section 321 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, which was challenged by the appellant's mother. The Court emphasized the importance of expeditious hearings and issued notices to relevant parties, indicating a commitment to uphold fairness and impartiality in the judicial process.

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