SC urges speedy trial in Manipur violence cases
New Delhi, May 28 -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probing the 2023 Manipur violence cases to help build confidence among the victims and their families by ensuring speedy trial, as it noted a fresh spurt of violence in the state and several cases probed by the CBI and special investigation team (SIT) where trial is yet to commence.
A bench headed by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said, "Unless there is speedy trial, confidence cannot be restored."
The court was hearing two appeals by the CBI seeking cancellation of bail to two people involved in one of the heinous cases arising out of the communal violence in 2023.
The bench, also comprising justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M P...
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