Supreme Court proposes special courts for Manipur violence cases, directs expedition of probes.
The Supreme Court proposed establishing special courts for day-to-day trials in cases arising from the 2023 Manipur violence, aiming to expedite justice due to "inordinate delay." The court noted that the prevailing law and order situation, displacement of witnesses, internet suspension, and restrictions on investigating officers have hampered probes. It directed the CBI and SIT to expedite pending investigations and file chargesheets, asking the State government to provide full cooperation and collate case details to determine the required strength of these special courts.
Key Points
- The Supreme Court has proposed setting up special courts for day-to-day trials of cases related to the 2023 Manipur violence.
- The court highlighted that the law and order situation, witness displacement, and internet suspension have caused significant delays in investigations.
- CBI and SIT have been directed to expedite pending probes and file remaining chargesheets.
- The Manipur Chief Secretary and DGP are instructed to ensure full cooperation and coordination with investigating agencies.
- The court emphasized the need for swift trials given the prolonged delays in the investigation process.
Exam Facts
- The Supreme Court Bench comprised Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V. Mohana.
- The court noted that chargesheets had been filed in 21 cases by the CBI, and closure reports in six cases.
- Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati appeared for the State government, SIT, and CBI.
- The proposal for special courts requires concurrence from the State of Manipur and the High Courts of Manipur and Gauhati.
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