A significant development occurred on Tuesday in the 2015 Dadri lynching case. The Surajpur District Court rejected the Uttar Pradesh government’s plea seeking to drop all criminal charges against the accused.
The court described the petition as legally baseless, stating there was no substantial reason to remove charges in such a serious case. The judge ordered that the case be treated as “of utmost importance” and that hearings be conducted on a daily basis. The court also directed the government and police to secure all evidence and ensure the protection of witnesses.
On 28 September 2015, a mob attacked 50-year-old Mohammad Akhlaq in Bisahra village after rumors circulated that he had stored and consumed beef at his home following Eid. The attack resulted in Akhlaq’s death, while his son sustained serious injuries. The incident sparked nationwide debate on religious intolerance and mob violence.
The victim’s family had earlier approached the Allahabad High Court, challenging the government’s order. Lawyers emphasized that sensitive cases should not be closed without due legal process.
Lawyers and social activists welcomed the court’s decision, calling it a crucial step toward justice.
