Supreme Court bats for victim-centric approach, refuses to entertain plea for consolidation of FIRs
The Supreme Court emphasized a victim-centric approach in a recent ruling, refusing to consolidate multiple FIRs related to a large fraud case. The court highlighted the distinct nature of each fraud case and the rights of victims, questioning the fairness of requiring them to travel for the convenience of the accused. This decision reflects a shift towards acknowledging victims' rights in the judicial process.
- ▪The Supreme Court refused to consolidate 53 FIRs related to a ₹49 crore fraud case.
- ▪The court emphasized the need for a victim-centric approach in judicial proceedings.
- ▪Each case of fraud is considered distinct, with different victims and amounts involved.
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Observing that a victim-centric approach is needed, the Supreme Court on Thursday (May 21, 2026) refused to entertain a plea seeking a direction to club 53 FIRs pending in seven States in relation to alleged duping of ₹49 crore from investors.A Bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi did not agree to the submissions of senior advocate Aman Lekhi, appearing for the accused Upendra Nath Mishra and Kali Prasad Mishra. No third party can download FIR from new T.N.
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