Gujarat HC Quashes 2002 Riots Conviction: Three Acquitted
The Gujarat High Court on July 29, 2025, delivered a significant verdict, acquitting three men convicted in a 2002 post-Godhra riots case. The fast-track court’s earlier decision, sentencing the trio to five years of rigorous imprisonment, has been overturned.
The High Court cited concerns over the reliability of evidence presented during the original trial. The judges found the prosecution failed to establish the accused men’s direct involvement in the rioting and arson.
This judgment marks another significant development in the ongoing legal processes related to the 2002 Gujarat riots. The acquittal raises questions about the strength of evidence in several such cases, prompting renewed calls for a thorough review of past convictions.
The implications of this decision extend beyond the immediate case, potentially influencing future legal proceedings and the ongoing quest for justice for victims of the 2002 violence. The debate surrounding the reliability of evidence and the fairness of past judgments is likely to continue.
