As per case facts, an FIR was lodged against Haukhenkhama after police received information about narcotic substances in his residence. During the search, Haukhenkhama, who was in Aizawl, was apprehended ... and confessed to hiding a significant quantity of Methamphetamine in his house's skirting. The contraband was seized, and Haukhenkhama was convicted under Section 22(C) of the NDPS Act. He then filed a criminal appeal. The question arose whether procedural lapses like samples not drawn at the spot, non-compliance with Section 52A, and issues with the chain of custody would invalidate the conviction. Finally, the Court, referencing prior judgments, ruled that mere procedural non-compliance is not fatal if other evidence robustly proves recovery and conscious possession. Finding the seizure by PW-1 corroborated by independent witnesses, a satisfactory chain of custody, and FSL confirmation of methamphetamine, the conviction and sentence were upheld, considering the commercial quantity and purpose of selling.