(1.) This appeal has been preferred by the appellant against the judgment and order dated 4.11.2016, passed by learned Additional Sessions Judge, Allahabad, in Special Trial No.121 of 2009 (State vs. Manoj Kumar) arose out of Case Crime No.23 of 2009, under Section 8/21 Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (herein after referred to as 'the Act, 1985'), Police Station-Mutthiganj, District-Prayagraj, by which appellant was convicted for 15 years rigorous imprisonment and fine of Rs.1,00,000/- (one lakh).
(2.) The relevant facts necessary for disposal of this appeal are as under:
(3.) Heard learned counsel for the accused-appellant, learned AGA for the State and perused the record.