SC Slams Maharashtra Govt Over Trial Delays: 'Will Expose You In Public'

The Supreme Court on Tuesday criticized the Maharashtra government for excessive delays in a criminal trial involving a foreign national, warning that it would publicly expose the state if bail opposition and trial speeds do not improve.

A bench of justices expressed strong displeasure over the slow pace of proceedings, noting that the accused had been in custody for an extended period without a resolution. The court said the state's approach to opposing bail and delaying the trial was unacceptable.

The judges cautioned that if the trial did not proceed swiftly, they would name the responsible officials in open court. The bench also directed the state to ensure that the trial concludes within a specified timeframe.

The case pertains to a foreign national facing charges in Maharashtra. The Supreme Court's remarks highlight ongoing concerns about judicial delays in the state's legal system.