Assamese actor Nandini Kashyap appears in court for a hit-and-run case; police seek extended custody
Assamese actor Nandini Kashyap appeared before the Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court in Kamrup on Friday, after being arrested in relation to a horrific hit-and-run event in Guwahati that killed a 21-year-old engineering student.
Her two-day police custody came to an end, leading to the next legal step in the ongoing investigation.
Police oppose bail, seek further custody
As per an IANS report, the investigative agency is expected to oppose Kashyap's bail plea and will seek extended custody to further probe the matter.
The victim, Samiul Haque, a young engineering student, had sustained critical injuries after he was reportedly hit by Kashyap's car in the early hours of July 26 in Guwahati's Dakshingaon area.
The actress fled the scene without attempting to help the injured student, an act that has drawn heavy criticism.
Haque succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday evening, prompting authorities to take Kashyap into custody later that night. Initially, Kashyap was questioned by the police on the morning of the incident and was let go on a Personal Recognisance (PR) bond. However, following the death of the victim, a fresh round of questioning led to her arrest.
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Who is Nandini Kashyap?
Nandini Kashyap is a known face in Assam's entertainment industry, primarily associated with stage performances and Assamese cinema. She has gained recognition for her roles in regional films and has been part of popular theatre circuits.
Her latest film, 'Rudra', marked a major breakthrough in her career. The movie, directed by Roopak Gogoi, was a box office success and featured actors like Ravi Sharma, Adil Hussain, Joy Kashyap, and
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