Verdict Uproar: A Survivor's Outcry Against 7/11 Train Blast Acquittals
Harish Powar, a victim of the 7/11 Mumbai train bombings, is dismayed by the acquittal of 12 defendants after nearly two decades. The High Court's ruling provokes harsh emotions as it invalidates evidence against the accused, leaving Powar and many victims feeling justice remains elusive.
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Gardening contractor Harish Powar, who carries the indelible marks of the 7/11 train bombings, is grappling with renewed anguish following the Bombay High Court's decision to acquit 12 suspects. The verdict, issued after 19 long years, has left him shocked and feeling like justice has been denied to victims.
Powar vividly recalls the harrowing event on July 11, 2006, when a bomb tore through the first-class coach of his train, injuring him severely. Bodies lay scattered amidst the carnage, a scene that revisits him in nightmares nearly two decades later.
The High Court's dismissal of charges, citing insufficient evidence, has sparked outrage among survivors. The court claimed that the confessional statements were inadmissible, casting doubt on the prosecution's efforts. Powar's disappointment is palpable as he struggles to comprehend the acquittal and its implications on justice.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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