To Avoid Trial Process Itself Being The Punishment' : Supreme Court Grants Bail To Undertrial; Reaffirms Right To Speedy Trial

The Supreme Court has granted bail to an undertrial prisoner, stressing the right to a speedy trial and the principle that the trial process itself should not become a form of punishment. This decision reflects the court's commitment to ensuring that individuals are not unduly penalized by prolonged pre-trial detention. The ruling underscores the importance of expediting legal proceedings to prevent prolonged suffering of undertrials, thereby reaffirming the right to a fair and timely trial. This judgment aims to balance the need for justice with the rights of individuals awaiting trial.