11. Before we close this matter, we would like to observe as to why the Public Prosecutor wants to examine 100 witnesses. Who are these 100 witnesses? We are aware that it is the public prosecutor who could be said to be in-charge of the trial and he has to decide who is to be examined and who is to be dropped. But at the same time, no useful purpose would be served if 10 witnesses are examined to establish one particular fact. {Para 11}
12. The aforesaid results in indefinite delay in conclusion of trial. It is expected of the Public Prosecutor to wisely exercise his discretion in so far as examination of the witnesses is concerned.
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
Criminal Appeal No. 738 of 2025
Decided On: 14.02.2025
Tapas Kumar Palit Vs. State of Chhattisgarh
Hon'ble Judges/Coram:
J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan, JJ.
Citation: 2025 INSC 222, MANU/SC/0216/2025.
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