Shantanu Saha vs Union Of India And Ors

ik-112904974 Delhi High Court 4 December 2025 • 27 min read

Judges (2)

C. Hari Shankar Coram Om Prakash Shukla Delivered

Counsel (3)

Arjun Panwar Counsel Petitioner Shubhra Parashar Counsel Respondent Virender Pratap Singh Charak Counsel Respondent

Parties (2)

Union of India Respondent Shantanu Saha Petitioner

Case Significance

Shantanu Saha vs Union Of India And Ors is a Delhi High Court decision dated December 4, 2025 (citation: ik-112904974). BSF constable challenged his court-martial conviction, dismissal from service, and rejection of appeals under Section 117 of the BSF Act for alleged misconduct against a lady officer. The Court found the proceedings unfair because the petitioner was denied effective opportunity to examine CCTV footage — the best available primary evidence — and allowed the petition, ordering reinstatement without back wages. The bench comprised Justices C. Hari Shankar and Om Prakash Shukla. The judgment was delivered by Justice Om Prakash Shukla. Counsel appearing: Arjun Panwar (counsel for petitioner), Shubhra Parashar (counsel for respondent), Virender Pratap Singh Charak (counsel for respondent).

Summary

BSF constable challenged his court-martial conviction, dismissal from service, and rejection of appeals under Section 117 of the BSF Act for alleged misconduct against a lady officer. The Court found the proceedings unfair because the petitioner was denied effective opportunity to examine CCTV footage — the best available primary evidence — and allowed the petition, ordering reinstatement without back wages.

What was the outcome of Shantanu Saha vs Union Of India And Ors?

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