Good morning, everyone. Today, we’ll
journey together through the fascinating world of video recordings as evidence
in Indian courts. By the end, you’ll understand how a simple video from a raid
became the centerpiece of a Supreme Court landmark ruling in Kailash S/o Bajirao Pawar vs. State of
Maharashtra (2025 INSC 1117).


1. The Raid That Sparked a Legal Story

Early one morning in Akot, Maharashtra,
officers conducted a raid under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
Act. They seized 147 kg of ganja and recorded every move with a professional
videographer’s camera. That continuous footage captured suspects entering a
field, officers searching rooms, and the moment contraband was placed into
sealed bags.

Students, imagine watching that video
and knowing it’s the exact sequence
of events—no memories to fade, no confusion over who said what. But how do we
ensure the court trusts this video?

2. Section 65B: Turning Video into
Legal Gold

Under the Evidence Act, electronic
records—like videos—are considered documents. However, to admit them, we rely
on Section 65B, which says:

·      
Certificate Requirement (Section
65B(4))