The Allahabad High Court, in a ruling on May 7, criticized the Uttar Pradesh state government and police for the high pendency of criminal cases, emphasizing that the issues stem from systemic failures rather than the capabilities of judicial officers. Justice Arun Kumar Deshwal noted that young judicial officers are hindered by staff shortages, inadequate police cooperation in executing court processes, and delays in forensic reports. During a bail hearing in a murder case, it was revealed that investigators failed to conduct DNA matching on evidence, prompting the court to summon key officials, including the Director General of Police and the Director of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL). The court learned that only eight of the state's twelve forensic labs have DNA profiling capabilities, and these labs suffer from staffing and equipment shortages. The court expressed concern over the safety of judges, stating that unlike their counterparts in Punjab and Haryana, district judges in Uttar Pradesh do not receive regular security. To address these issues, the court has mandated the filling of vacancies in forensic labs, upgrading forensic infrastructure, and enhancing police training. The DGP was also instructed to ensure better compliance with court processes and to implement digital systems for summons and warrants. The accused's bail plea was ultimately denied based on substantial evidence linking him to the crime.