Ujjwal Nikam, a renowned legal expert, has been appointed as the Special Public Prosecutor for the high-profile Badlapur sexual abuse case. The appointment was confirmed by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who also announced that the case will be fast-tracked to ensure swift justice.
Incident Overview
The incident involves the alleged sexual assault of two four-year-old girls by a school sweeper in Badlapur, located in Maharashtra’s Thane district. The alleged assaults took place on August 12 and 13 in the school washroom. The crime came to light when one of the victims complained of pain to her parents, leading to the immediate arrest of the accused, 23-year-old Akshay Shinde.
Public Response
The incident has sparked widespread outrage:
- Protests at Badlapur Railway Station
- In response to the incident, protesters blocked train tracks at Badlapur railway station, causing significant disruption to local train services. Some long-distance trains were also diverted due to the protest.
- The protest lasted for nine hours before police intervened and dispersed the crowd with a lathi charge.
Legal Proceedings
- Appointment of Ujjwal Nikam
- Ujjwal Nikam, known for his role in prosecuting high-profile cases, will represent the prosecution in this case.
- Fast-Track Court
- The case will be heard in a fast-track court, ensuring that the legal process moves swiftly.
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