Justice Served: High Court Acquits Women in 2008 Murder Case

The Madhya Pradesh High Court acquitted two women, Suraj Bai and Bhuri Bai, in a 2008 murder case, ordering action against prosecution witnesses for false evidence. Suraj Bai, imprisoned for 14 years, was released. The court criticized the trial court's handling and emphasized proper evidence examination.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has acquitted two women in a high-profile 2008 murder case, raising questions about the integrity of the original trial. The court has ordered the trial court to take action against prosecution witnesses who allegedly provided false evidence, leading to the wrongful conviction of the accused.

Suraj Bai, one of the convicted women, spent 14 years in prison before receiving relief from the high court last week. Alongside her relative Bhuri Bai, Suraj Bai was accused of murdering her brother-in-law and staging the crime scene as a suicide. The high court's decision highlighted significant flaws in the trial court process, underscoring the need for thorough cross-examination of witnesses.

Justices G S Ahluwalia and Vishal Mishra criticized the trial court for its casual approach, emphasizing that life and liberty are at stake in such cases. The court's order called for reevaluating the evidence and stressed the importance of proper investigation and cross-examination, as well as accountability for the false testimony provided by the witnesses.

(With inputs from agencies.)