Code of Criminal Procedure Act, 1973
473.Extension of period of limitation in certain cases.-
Notwithstanding anything contained in the foregoing provisions
of this Chapter, any Court may take cognizance of an offence after the expiry
of the period of limitation, if it is satisfied on the facts and in the
circumstances of the case that the delay has been properly explained or that it
is necessary so to do in the interests of justice.