Delay Can't Be Condoned Based On Merits Of Main Matter If There's No Sufficient Explanation For Delay : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that delays in filing appeals cannot be condoned based solely on the merits of the main case if there is no sufficient explanation for the delay. The Court emphasized that the reasons for the delay must be valid and substantiated before any relief can be granted. This decision underscores the importance of adhering to deadlines in legal proceedings and discourages the practice of filing appeals without justifiable reasons for delay.