Court Dismisses Appeal Against NDMC Officials Amidst Civil Dispute
A Delhi court dismissed an appeal to investigate assault allegations against NDMC officials. The court found the claims unsubstantiated, highlighting the ongoing civil disputes between the petitioner and NDMC. Emphasizing the need for judicial scrutiny in such cases, the magistrate's decision underscored the absence of sufficient grounds for a summons.
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A Delhi court has rejected an appeal against the dismissal of an investigation into assault allegations involving four officials of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). The appeal, filed by contractor Vishal Parashar, was deemed unsubstantiated, with ongoing civil disputes cited as a potential motive behind the claims.
The appeal stemmed from an incident in March 2023, where Parashar alleged intimidation and detention at the NDMC's Palika Kendra office. The magistrate had previously dismissed his plea for a summons and investigation, identifying it as possibly driven by contractual grievances with the NDMC.
The court reinforced the magistrate's decision, citing a lack of valid entry proof and absence of independent witnesses as key factors. It warned against using criminal proceedings as leverage for civil disputes, especially when sufficient evidential support is lacking. The appeal's dismissal underscores a commitment to prevent frivolous litigation against public officials.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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