Section 52A NDPS Act: Disposal of Seized Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances — A Complete Legal Guide
Section 52A of the NDPS Act, 1985 governs the disposal of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of all four sub-sections, the 7-step statutory procedure, landmark Supreme Court judgements including Union of India v. Mohanlal (2016) and Bharat Aambale (2025), the 10 guiding principles, evidentiary significance under Section 52A(4), and practical implications for prosecution and defence in NDPS trials.