Supreme Court Bars Serving Notices via WhatsApp, Mandates Prescribed Modes

The Supreme Court ruled that notices under Section 41-A of CrPC or Section 35 of BNSS cannot be served via WhatsApp or other electronic modes. Notices must follow prescribed modes under CrPC or BNSS laws.

The court directed states and UTs to issue standing orders ensuring compliance. Senior advocate Siddharth Luthra highlighted cases of improper service via WhatsApp, which led to non-appearance by accused individuals. The court emphasized adherence to legal procedures for serving notices.