The Chief Justice, Ramesh Sinha, has strongly criticized police officers regarding a car stunt incident on Masturi Road. The court expressed its displeasure with the police action and issued an order preventing the release of 18 seized cars without court approval. The court observed that police action appeared to be disproportionately targeted towards the poor, middle class, and Dalits, while showing leniency towards wealthy offenders, regardless of their influence or connections. The court noted that police often become ‘toothless tigers’ when dealing with affluent individuals, allowing them to escape with minor penalties. The court questioned why police hesitate to file charges against such offenders under the Indian Penal Code, 2023, or other stringent laws for endangering the lives of other road users. The court stated that the police’s response in this instance was merely a show and directed the relevant authorities to ensure that the seized vehicles remain impounded until further notice. The court has scheduled the next hearing for September 23, 2025 and directed the Chief Secretary of the Chhattisgarh government to submit an affidavit detailing the actions taken against the offenders.
