The Supreme Court has quashed criminal proceedings pending for 35 years, citing violations of the right to speedy trial. It also requested comprehensive data from the Allahabad High Court regarding criminal case backlog.
SC Seeks Extensive Data From Allahabad HC On Pending Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court of India has recently quashed numerous criminal proceedings that have been pending for an unprecedented 35 years, determining that such prolonged prosecution constitutes a violation of the right to a speedy trial as enshrined in Article 21 of the Constitution.
In addition to quashing these proceedings, the Court has mandated that the Allahabad High Court provide comprehensive data related to the status of pending criminal cases, including undertrials, bail applications, and details concerning judicial vacancies. This order aims to address systemic delays within the judicial process.
This landmark decision underscores the judiciary's commitment to ensuring timely justice. Legal practitioners should take note of the implications for long-overdue cases and the potential for expedited resolutions stemming from this ruling.
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- SC (2026) 0 SCC 0
