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News India Live, Digital Desk: Delhi’s famous Liquor Scam Case A new and important turning point has taken place. The Delhi High Court has termed the observations made by the trial court against the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as ‘erroneous’ and ‘inappropriate’. This strict stance of the court has brought great relief to the investigating agency and the legal direction of the case seems to be changing.
What was the whole controversy?
In fact, the lower court had made some harsh comments regarding the functioning of the CBI and the evidence during the investigation of the liquor scam. These comments not only raised questions on the fairness of the investigation but also strengthened the side of the accused. CBI had approached the High Court challenging these comments.
Why is the decision of Delhi High Court special?
Agency morale: The High Court made it clear that the trial court’s observations were not legally correct. This will strengthen the morale of the investigating agency.
Impartiality of investigation: The Justice acknowledged that such comments at this stage of the case could affect the investigation.
Court Procedure: The Court directed that the trial court should proceed on the basis of evidence and facts and not on assumptions.
What will happen next?
After this decision, CBI’s stand will become stronger in the hearing of liquor scam. This is being considered a big blow for the opposition leaders and the scam accused, because now the investigating agency will be able to present evidence with new energy.