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.