Supreme Court pulls up Maharashtra govt. over ‘disturbing’ delays in criminal trials

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The Supreme Court of India has reprimanded the Maharashtra government over significant delays in criminal trials. The court has directed the government to provide an affidavit detailing reasons for prolonged trial pendency and whether there is a policy to prevent accused persons from prolonged custody due to systemic issues.

Court directs government to file an affidavit explaining reasons for the prolonged pendency of trial and whether it has a policy to prevent accused persons from remaining in custody due to institutional limitations