HC Fines Punjab Police Over 18-Year FIR Delay |

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has slammed the Punjab Police for an 18-year delay in closing a 2007 FIR, imposing a fine of ₹1 lakh on the state.

The court criticized the lack of accountability and urged strict disciplinary action against supervising officers.

Highlighting institutional negligence, the verdict underscores the importance of timely law enforcement procedures.

This landmark ruling serves as a reminder for police departments to maintain efficiency and uphold justice.