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Legal8 Sept 2026, 04:50 pm

Sanofi India Ltd Supreme Court Dismisses Petition on Criminal Proceedings

AI Summary

Sanofi India Ltd announced that the Supreme Court of India dismissed its petition to quash criminal proceedings. The ruling pertains to the maintainability of criminal prosecution against the company, even without individual employee involvement. The case involves pharmaceutical supplies to BARC, Mysore, between 2012-2015 and allegations of conspiracy to influence procurement. The Supreme Court has not made any findings of guilt or adjudicated on the merits of the case. The criminal complaint remains pending for trial. The company is assessing the judgment and its next litigation strategy, noting no immediate penalty or operational restrictions.

Key Highlights

  • Supreme Court dismissed Sanofi India's petition to quash criminal proceedings.
  • Ruling concerns maintainability of prosecution against the company.
  • Case relates to pharmaceutical supplies and alleged conspiracy.
  • No finding of guilt or adjudication on merits by the Supreme Court.
  • Criminal complaint remains pending for trial.