I'm a victim of mentally ill people: Col Purohit after acquittal in Malegaon case
The court's ruling brought attention to the prosecution's inability to present compelling evidence, particularly regarding the alleged involvement of the Abhinav Bharat group. The charges, filed under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and various sections of the Indian Penal Code, failed to withstand judicial scrutiny.The court said unequivocally that 'the overall evidence does not inspire confidence in the court to convict the accused. There is no reliable and cogent evidence to warrant conviction.'The 2008 Malegaon blast, which took place during Ramzan, had initially been blamed on right-wing extremists. However, the court's verdict has now shifted the focus to the effectiveness of investigative processes in terror-related cases and the critical role of proof in delivering justice.- Ends
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