Shocking', 'Lower Court Records Not Received By Appellate Court For 5 Yrs': Punjab & Haryana HC Calls Judicial Officer's Actions 'Unacceptable'

The Punjab and Haryana High Court expressed strong disapproval of a lower court's failure to receive records for five years in a court hearing an appeal. The court termed such inaction by a judicial officer as unacceptable. This criticism underscores the importance of timely and efficient handling of court records. It highlights the need for accountability and responsibility within the judicial system.