Supreme Court dismisses special leave petition, sets trial conclusion goal for 2022

The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petition after hearing both parties. The Investigating Agency assured prompt completion of the investigation, aiming for trial conclusion by the end of 2022. The petitioner can renew the bail prayer after six months if the trial does not progress. The Court directed the Agency to ensure witness availability for trial proceedings. Pending applications were disposed of based on these decisions and assurances.

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Issues:
1. Special leave petition dismissal
2. Assurance by Investigating Agency
3. Renewal of bail prayer
4. Witness availability for trial

Special Leave Petition Dismissal:
The Supreme Court, comprising Hon'ble Mr. Justice A.M. Khanwilkar and Hon'ble Mr. Justice C.T. Ravikumar, declined to interfere in the special leave petition and consequently dismissed it after hearing the learned counsel for both parties.

Assurance by Investigating Agency:
The Court noted the assurance provided by the Investigating Agency, conveyed through Mr. S.V. Raju, learned Additional Solicitor General. The Agency assured that the investigation would be completed promptly, and all necessary efforts would be made to ensure the trial's conclusion by the end of the year 2022.

Renewal of Bail Prayer:
In case the trial does not progress within the next six months, the petitioner is granted the liberty to renew the prayer for bail after June 2022. This provision allows the petitioner to seek bail if the trial does not commence within the stipulated time frame.

Witness Availability for Trial:
The Court directed the Investigating Agency to ensure that all witnesses are present for examination on the dates assigned by the Trial Court without any failure once the trial commences. This directive emphasizes the importance of witness availability for the smooth conduct of the trial proceedings.

The judgment concludes by stating that any pending applications are disposed of in light of the decision made regarding the special leave petition and the assurances provided by the Investigating Agency for the expeditious completion of the investigation and trial.

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