Vindication in Malegaon: Justice Triumphs for Thakur and Purohit
Former BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit celebrated their acquittal in the 2008 Malegaon blast case by a special court. The verdict was marked as a victory for Thakur and saffron supporters. The court found no reliable evidence against the seven accused, emphasizing that terrorism has no religion.
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The special court's acquittal of former BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt Col Prasad Purohit in the 2008 Malegaon blast case has been hailed by the accused as a landmark victory.
Pragya Singh Thakur, reflecting on the verdict, called it a win not only for herself but for every supporter of the saffron cause, declaring that divine justice will prevail against those who smear saffron ideals.
Purohit, expressing relief, stated his intention to continue serving the nation with vigor. The court cited a lack of reliable evidence, emphasizing that violence is contrary to any religious teaching.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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