The Supreme Court has denied bail to an accused in a Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) case, referencing popular TV shows Narcos and Breaking Bad to emphasize the strength and reach of drug syndicates. The two-judge bench, comprising Justice Bela Trivedi and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, used these shows as examples to underscore the elusive and dangerous nature of drug trafficking networks.
Justice Sharma explained the severity of the issue, stating, “You can’t fight with these people. They’re literally killing the country’s youth.” He went on to mention Narcos, which chronicles the rise and fall of the Medellín Cartel led by Pablo Escobar, and Breaking Bad, which follows the transformation of a high school teacher into a ruthless methamphetamine producer. “You cannot fight with these people who are literally killing the youth of this country,” Justice Sharma added.
The court’s reference to these shows served to highlight the complex and widespread impact of drug syndicates, reinforcing the need for strict measures to combat drug trafficking and its devastating effects on society. By denying bail, the court reiterated its commitment to tackling the drug menace with a firm stance.
This ruling aligns with the court’s previous decisions on drug-related offenses. In a case last September, the court called the granting of anticipatory bail in NDPS matters “a very serious” issue, reflecting its ongoing tough approach to such crimes. The bench questioned the practice of anticipatory bail in drug cases, stating that it was “unheard of” and urging states to reconsider such decisions.
