Supreme Court Upholds Quashing Of Jharkhand FIR Against BJP MPs In Deoghar Case

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has affirmed the quashing of the Jharkhand FIR registered against two BJP MPs in the Deoghar Airport case. The bench emphasized that matters related to aviation violations fall under the purview of the Aircraft Act, 1934, and directed the competent authority under the Act to decide whether to file a fresh complaint.

The case pertains to allegations of unauthorized and unsafe activities by the MPs at Deoghar Airport during its operationalization phase. The Jharkhand Police had registered an FIR against the MPs citing violations of safety protocols and endangering lives. However, the Supreme Court held that such issues are explicitly governed by the Aircraft Act, which mandates that only designated authorities under the Act can initiate proceedings in such matters.

The apex court further clarified that the state police do not have jurisdiction to prosecute cases that fall within the ambit of the Aircraft Act. It highlighted the necessity of adhering to the specialized framework established by the Act to ensure consistency and uniformity in handling aviation-related offenses.

The MPs had approached the Supreme Court challenging the Jharkhand High Court's refusal to quash the FIR. The Supreme Court's decision not only provides relief to the accused but also reinforces the primacy of the Aircraft Act in dealing with aviation-related infractions.

Legal experts have welcomed the ruling, emphasizing that it upholds the principle of specialized jurisdiction and prevents overlapping investigations by multiple agencies. Meanwhile, the Aircraft Act authority is now expected to examine the allegations and determine the appropriate course of action.

This ruling underscores the judiciary's commitment to ensuring that statutory frameworks are respected and that justice is served within the bounds of the law.

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