Nearly 2 Years Without Examining a Single Witness: Bail Granted to NDPS Accused Due to Violation of Fundamental Rights: Himachal Pradesh High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court on June 3, 2025, granted bail to Yash Pal Thakur, an accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, citing a clear violation of his fundamental right to a speedy trial. The judgment was delivered by Justice Rakesh Kainthla, who noted that the petitioner had remained in custody for one year and nine months without any significant progress in trial proceedings. Prolonged custody…
