The Supreme Court of India has upheld the conviction of former Coal Secretary, H.C. Gupta, in a coal scam case, stating that the evidence against him was overwhelming. Background: Gupta had been convicted by a special court in 2018 for his role in the allocation of coal blocks to a private company. Parties: Gupta had challenged his conviction, arguing that the evidence against him was not sufficient. Legal issues: The court considered whether the evidence against Gupta was sufficient to prove his guilt. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that the evidence against Gupta was overwhelming, and that his conviction was justified. Significance: The judgment is significant as it highlights the need for accountability in public office, and is likely to have far-reaching implications for public servants who are involved in corrupt activities.