Himachal Pradesh HC: Bail in NDPS Case Due to Improper Sampling

The Himachal Pradesh High Court granted bail to an accused in an NDPS matter after finding serious procedural lapses in the sampling and seizure process. The article explains that incorrect sampling, failure to seal properly, or lack of documentation undermines the integrity of narcotics prosecution. The Court reiterated that strict compliance with NDPS Act procedures is mandatory, and any deviation may violate Article 21 rights. This ruling reinforces how procedural fairness is indispensable in stringent statutes like NDPS, where evidentiary standards directly affect liberty.