1995 (1) TMI 397 - SC - Indian Laws

Supreme Court upholds High Court order, directs police to investigate alleged smuggling near Gurudwara.

GIANI DEVENDER SINGH SANT SEPOY SIKH Versus U.O.I.

The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petitions without costs, upholding the High Court's order dated December 8, 1993. The Court directed the ... - Issues Involved:1. Non-compliance with the High Court's order dated February 27, 1992.2. Allegations of smuggling and illegal activities involving narcotic and psychotropic drugs.3. General and sweeping nature of the High Court's directions.4. Petitioner's allegations against judicial officers.5. Petitioner's request for compensation and implementation of Hindi as the national language.Issue-wise Detailed Analysis:1. Non-compliance with the High Court's order dated February 27, 1992:The petitioner alleged that neither the Central Government nor the State Government complied with the High Court's direction dated February 27, 1992, to stop smuggling and underground dealings in dangerous articles. The Division Bench dismissed the petition, holding that the direction was of a general nature and no specific relief could be granted based on the petitioner's general allegations.2. Allegations of smuggling and illegal activities involving narcotic and psychotropic drugs:The petitioner claimed that an oil mill near a Gurudwara in Mandsaur was involved in the clandestine business of smuggling and selling opium, heroin, brown sugar, and poppy husk, with authorities allegedly complicit. Despite wide circulation of the High Court's order and multiple complaints to various judicial and administrative authorities, no action was taken. The Supreme Court noted the petitioner's persistent allegations but found the complaints lacked material particulars and were difficult to discern.3. General and sweeping nature of the High Court's directions:The High Court's order dated February 27, 1992, was criticized for its general and sweeping nature. The Supreme Court observed that the High Court's direction to sack erring officers and overhaul the administration was made in a lighter vein and couched with veiled sarcasm. Such directives were deemed not intended to be implemented due to their inherent vagueness and absurdity.4. Petitioner's allegations against judicial officers:The petitioner made sweeping allegations against a High Court Judge and other judicial officers, claiming they failed to take action due to the Judge's alleged dishonesty, communal bias, and corruption. The Supreme Court deprecated these wild allegations, noting the petitioner's confusion and obsession with lofty ideals. The Court emphasized that such statements revealed utter confusion and were not to be taken seriously.5. Petitioner's request for compensation and implementation of Hindi as the national language:The petitioner sought compensation for losses allegedly suffered from March 1, 1992, and for the nation to be compensated for losses due to inaction against illegal activities. He also requested the implementation of Hindi as the national language. The Supreme Court found these requests to be confused and lacking in material particulars, thus not warranting any serious consideration.Conclusion:The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petitions without costs, noting that the High Court's order dated December 8, 1993, did not call for interference. The Court directed the Director General of Police, Madhya Pradesh, to conduct an enquiry into the alleged smuggling and illegal activities at the oil mill near the Gurudwara in Ratangarh and take appropriate action based on the enquiry report.