Peoples Union For Civil Liberties vs The State Of Maharashtra

insc-2026-79 Supreme Court of India 15 January 2026 • 2 min read
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Case Significance

Peoples Union For Civil Liberties vs The State Of Maharashtra is a Supreme Court of India decision dated January 15, 2026 (citation: insc-2026-79). Long-pending criminal appeal and writ petitions by PUCL concerning civil liberties issues in Maharashtra. The Supreme Court disposed of the appeals, writ petitions, and closed the contempt petition, placing on record appreciation for the assistance rendered by the learned Amicus Curiae. The bench comprised Justices M.M. Sundresh and N. Kotiswar Singh. The judgment was delivered by Justice M.M. Sundresh. Counsel appearing: Gopal Sankaranarayanan (amicus curiae).

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Summary

Long-pending criminal appeal and writ petitions by PUCL concerning civil liberties issues in Maharashtra. The Supreme Court disposed of the appeals, writ petitions, and closed the contempt petition, placing on record appreciation for the assistance rendered by the learned Amicus Curiae.

What was the outcome of Peoples Union For Civil Liberties vs The State Of Maharashtra?

Long-pending criminal appeal and writ petitions by PUCL concerning civil liberties issues in Maharashtra. The Supreme Court disposed of the appeals, writ petitions, and closed the contempt petition, p...

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Source: Indian Kanoon (insc-2026-79)