Former DU Professor Saibaba Acquitted in Maoist Links Case Details Ordeal

Former Delhi University professor G N Saibaba, who was acquitted in a Maoist links case, shared his harrowing experiences at Nagpur Central Jail. Despite being paralyzed on his left side, Saibaba was denied proper medical care. Arrested in 2014, he was released after a prolonged legal battle.

Former Delhi University professor G N Saibaba, acquitted in a Maoist links case, recounted his harrowing experiences at Nagpur Central Jail on Friday. Despite paralysis on his left side, Saibaba said authorities withheld medical treatment for nine months, providing only painkillers.

Saibaba, arrested by Maharashtra Police in May 2014, claimed his detention was a tactic to silence his voice. The Bombay High Court overturned his life sentence in March, citing a lack of conclusive evidence from the prosecution.

The former English professor described being mishandled during his arrest, resulting in serious injuries. He criticized the conditions at Nagpur jail and emphasized the mental toll. Despite his ordeal, Saibaba remains resolute in advocating justice.

(With inputs from agencies.)