Mere Driving of Car Carrying Contraband Not ‘Possession’ Without Direct Nexus Under NDPS Act, Bail Granted: Calcutta High Court

Title: Section 37 NDPS Act and Meaning of Possession – Calcutta High Court Grants Bail in Vehicle Driving Case Introduction of the Case In a significant ruling on drug laws, the Calcutta High Court clarified the scope of Section 37 NDPS Act and held that merely driving a vehicle carrying contraband does not amount to possession. The Court granted bail to the accused, emphasizing that there must be prima facie…