Court Directs SIT to Expedite Investigation and Submit Findings by August 6, 2026
In a significant development, the Calcutta High Court has expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of the investigation conducted by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in a high-profile case involving petitioner X and the Union of India. The Division Bench, comprising Justices Ms. Shampa Sarkar and Tirthankar Ghosh, noted that the investigation, which has been ongoing since October 2024, has not yet reached its logical conclusion.
During the hearing on June 25, 2026, the court reviewed the status report submitted by the SIT and found it lacking. The judges pointed out that their earlier order, dated May 21, 2026, had specified areas of focus for the investigation, which were not adequately addressed in the SIT's report. The court has mandated that all materials collected during the investigation be submitted in a sealed cover by the next hearing date.
Furthermore, the court has directed the SIT to ensure that the investigation reaches a decisive phase without further delay and has scheduled the next hearing for August 6, 2026. The SIT has been permitted to submit their report under the applicable legal provisions before the jurisdictional court.
The court's directive underscores the importance of a thorough and timely investigation in matters of public interest and accountability. Legal representatives for both the petitioners and respondents were present during the proceedings, with Mr. Jayanta Narayan Chatterjee representing the petitioners and Mr. Rajdeep Majumdar appearing for the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
As the investigation progresses, the court's insistence on adherence to its directives and timely submission of findings is anticipated to expedite the resolution of the case, ensuring justice is served in accordance with the law.
Bottom Line:
Investigation by Special Investigation Team (SIT) - Court expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of the investigation and directed the SIT to take the investigation to its logical conclusion, focusing on specific areas already indicated in a prior order. SIT permitted to submit the report under applicable legal provisions before the jurisdictional court.
Statutory provision(s): Investigation.
X v. Union of India, (Calcutta)(DB) : Law Finder Doc id # 2929667
