JK Court Rejects NIA Plea for Polygraph/Narco Analysis of Pahalgam Attack Accused

Srinagar, Sep 11: A Jammu & Kashmir court has refused the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) request for polygraph and narcotic (narco) analysis of the accused in the Pahalgam attack case, citing concerns over legal procedure and individual constitutional rights. The judge said such methods cannot be ordered without compelling justification and full adherence to due process.

Legal Standpoint

The decision reflects higher court precedents that have emphasized safeguards for personal liberty, the right against self-incrimination, and scientific admissibility of evidence. The court observed that polygraph or narco tests are not foolproof and their misuse could adversely affect fair trial rights.

Case Details

The accused are alleged to have carried out the attack in Pahalgam. The NIA had petitioned for these tests as part of its investigation, citing interrogation limitations. However, defense opposed it, arguing it violates constitutional protections, and that previous court rulings require explicit legislative or judicial sanction for such scientific tests.

Implications

The court’s decision is seen as a win for civil liberties campaigners, especially in Kashmir, where concerns about coercive investigative techniques have been raised. It reinforces legal norms that protect accused persons and ensures that investigative agencies follow constitutionally safe methods.

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Source: Daily Excelsior (Read original report)

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