P&H: Directs Speedy Trial in Murder Case, Criticises Handling of Absent Police Witnesses
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed a trial court in Fatehgarh Sahib to conclude a murder trial expeditiously, preferably by the end of February 2027. Justice Manisha Batra also directed the court to summon more prosecution witnesses on each hearing date and take effective steps when witnesses fail to appear.
The petition was filed by Jewandeep Kaur, the complainant and widow of the deceased, seeking a time-bound trial. The prosecution alleges that an accused, who was heavily indebted and had taken out high-value life insurance policies, conspired with others to fake his own death. The allegation is that...
