Controversy Surrounds Walmik Karad's 15-Day Custody in Extortion Case

Walmik Karad, accused in an extortion case linked to a sarpanch's murder in Maharashtra, has been taken into 15-day custody. This decision, under scrutiny, raises questions about selective justice. Opposition alleges it to be a politicized act undermining the legal process.

In a significant development in Maharashtra, Walmik Karad, an accused in an extortion case linked to the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh, has been placed in a 15-day custody by the court. This move was made following Karad's surrender to the police in Pune.

The decision to detain Karad, who was initially taken to a government hospital in Kej before being moved to a police station for processing, has sparked controversy and allegations from the opposition Nationalist Congress Party - Sharad Pawar (NCP-SP). They have criticized the surrender as a staged event, accusing the state police of complicit actions.

Assistant government pleader JB Shinde announced the custody ruling as Karad's proponents voice their discontent, suggesting the court has not fairly considered the defense. Karad's advocate remarked on the unusual extended custody duration, hinting at potential selective justice. As investigations proceed, debate over the case's handling continues to intensify.

(With inputs from agencies.)