– Dasari Srinivasa Rao received one-year rigorous imprisonment and was fined ₹10,000.
– Galam Paparao and Pothuraju Appalanaidu received four years rigorous imprisonment each along with ₹10,000 fines.
– Tokala Pitchaiah passed away during the trial process.
The convictions handed down by the Guntur court underscore India’s rigorous enforcement of narcotics laws under provisions like the NDPS Act. A decade-long judicial process reflects both challenges within India’s legal system to expedite major criminal cases as well as perseverance in tackling drug-related offenses comprehensively over time.
District SP’s reiteration of zero tolerance signals continued emphasis by law enforcement against organized drug distribution networks that threaten community welfare-a critical message amidst rising concerns about substance abuse across parts of India.
While these verdicts represent accountability for actions taken nearly ten years ago, strengthening investigative processes and judicial efficiency could potentially help prevent such lengthy delays in resolving similar cases moving forward.
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