High Court Pulls Up Punjab, Haryana on MLA/MP Case Delays
The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, expressed serious concern over the inordinate delays in investigating criminal cases against sitting and former Members of Parliament and Legislative Assemblies in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh.
The court directed the state governments to submit detailed status reports on all pending cases. The bench highlighted the need for expeditious investigation, particularly in cases involving elected officials.
This directive follows mounting public pressure and concerns over perceived impunity for those holding public office.
The matter will be taken up again for hearing on August 8, 2025. The court’s intervention underscores the critical need for accountability and transparency in the justice system, especially when it involves powerful individuals. This development will likely send a strong message to law enforcement agencies to expedite investigations and ensure that the rule of law applies equally to all.
