I have filed a petition before the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi, wherein the High Court observed the repeated delays in trial and directed the concerned Dwarka Trial Court to conclude the proceedings within four months.

In Vaish Chandrashan Cooperative Society Ltd vs. Arun Kumar Mehta (W.P.(CRL) 2311/2025), the petitioner sought a speedy trial of its complaint under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 after nearly two years of delays caused by repeated adjournments and non-compliance by the accused. The accused had even faced non-bailable warrants and fines, which remain unpaid.

Citing the principle “Justice delayed is justice denied”, the Court reiterated that the right to a speedy trial is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution of India, as upheld in landmark cases like Hussainara Khatoon v. State of Bihar and P. Ramachandra Rao v. State of Karnataka. The order affirms that procedural tactics cannot be allowed to frustrate justice, especially in cheque bounce matters where legislative intent demands swift resolution.

This decision sends a clear message. courts will step in to ensure timely justice and uphold public faith in the judicial process.