The case centers on Rajendra, operating a shop in Khargaon Municipality, caught selling adulterated tea dust in June 1982. After analysis by the Public Analyst revealed non-compliance with standards, legal ... proceedings ensued under the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954. Initially acquitted due to procedural delays, the State appealed, leading to the High Court overturning the acquittal and convicting Rajendra and his brothers. The Supreme Court upheld Rajendra's conviction but acquitted his brothers, citing insufficient evidence. The judgment clarified legal interpretations on timely report submission and the rights of accused persons in food safety prosecutions.