Family of Narendra Dabholkar Challenges Acquittal of Accused in His Murder Case

The family of Narendra Dabholkar has appealed to the Bombay High Court challenging the acquittal of three accused in his murder. The appeal also contests the acquittal of two others from charges under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. The court will hear the case on September 23.

The family of slain rationalist Narendra Dabholkar has taken their fight for justice to the Bombay High Court, challenging a sessions court's decision to acquit three individuals in the case.

The appeal, filed by Dabholkar's daughter, Mukta, also contests the ruling that freed two other accused from charges of criminal conspiracy and terrorist acts under the UAPA. The petition was heard on Wednesday by Justices Revati Mohite Dere and Prithviraj Chavan, who issued notices to all accused and the CBI.

The court has scheduled the next hearing for September 23. Mukta Dabholkar argues that the murder was a 'well-planned conspiracy' involving the right-wing group Sanatan Sanstha, and claims there is ample evidence to support this.

(With inputs from agencies.)