Supreme Court Sets Aside Manipur HC's Direction To CBI To Trace Absconding Rape Convict Within 3 Months

The Supreme Court set aside a directive from the Manipur High Court instructing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to trace an absconding rape convict within three months. The Supreme Court found the High Court’s deadline to be unreasonable and directed a more practical approach. The decision underscores the importance of judicial oversight in directing law enforcement agencies. The ruling also emphasizes that while timely justice is crucial, arbitrary timelines must be avoided, especially when they could affect the efficiency of the investigation and justice delivery process.