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Supreme Court Raps Trial Delays in Delhi Gangster Cases, Demands Status Report by October 18

Supreme Court orders urgent high-level meeting with NIA, CBI, and ED chiefs to tackle trial delays in gangster cases, demands report by October 18.
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New Delhi: The Supreme Court has raised alarm over prolonged delays in criminal trials against alleged gangsters in Delhi. A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi directed urgent administrative steps, including a high-level meeting with central agencies, to address the backlog.

Court Criticises Trial Delays

The judges highlighted the wide gap between framing of charges and recording of evidence. They noted that delays lasting three to four years undermine justice and keep hundreds of cases stagnant. In July 2025, the Court had already flagged these concerns, stressing that such inefficiencies erode the criminal justice system.

During the latest hearing, Justice Surya Kant directed top officials to step in. He remarked, “Call Secretary-level officers and convene a meeting with heads of agencies like NIA, CBI, and ED. Something concrete must be done.”

Centre Agrees to Joint Action

Appearing for the Union, ASG Aishwarya Bhati supported collaborative measures. She stressed that while the Centre holds power to designate special courts, their setup requires joint effort. Justice Kant further suggested engaging retired judges, noting that their experience could strengthen trial mechanisms without delays from new appointments.

Order for High-Level Meeting

The Bench directed that Secretaries of relevant departments, along with chiefs of NIA, CBI, and ED, must participate in a joint meeting. ASGs assured the Court that such a session will be convened soon. The outcome is to be filed before the Court in a status report on or before October 18, 2025.

Background of the Case

The Bench recorded concern over 288 pending gangster trials in Delhi. In nearly 180 cases, charges are yet to be framed, while only a quarter have reached the evidence stage. The judges observed that prolonged gaps allow accused persons to misuse delays, tamper with witnesses, and manipulate proceedings.

The matter arose during a bail plea of a man facing charges under Section 307 IPC and the Arms Act, with 55 prior cases. The Court noted that systematic reforms such as fast-track courts, additional judges, and stronger infrastructure are essential to deliver justice. Justice Bagchi remarked that delayed trials often reflect the “game plan” of hardened criminals.

Also Read: Investigators Not Above Law: Supreme Court Directs FIR Against Former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar


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