Ankleshwar: In a landmark judgment highlighting the swift delivery of justice under the new legal framework, the Ankleshwar Sessions Court today sentenced Vijay Paswan(a migrant from Bihar) to death within a mere 72 days of the crime. The verdict marks the first death penalty under the new laws in the state, as stated by the Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Harsh Sanghavi.

The case pertains to the horrific incident in Jhagadia GIDC, Bharuch district, where a 10-year-old innocent girl was kidnapped, brutally raped, and murdered. The court’s swift action in delivering this extreme punishment underscores the efficiency of the judiciary and the police system in Gujarat.

The spine-chilling incident, which occurred 72 days prior, had sent shockwaves through society. The accused had inflicted unimaginable cruelty upon the young victim, with reports indicating over 30 wounds on her body and injuries to her private parts inflicted with a rod. Recognizing the heinous nature of the crime, the Honorable Court not only sentenced the accused to capital punishment but also ordered him to pay a compensation of ₹10 lakh to the victim’s family. This verdict stands as a powerful example of swift and stringent legal action.

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed under the leadership of Bharuch SP Shri Mayur Chawda conducted a meticulous investigation, with significant contributions from over 10 officers. Public Prosecutor Shri Paresh Pandya diligently presented the case as “rarest of rare,” putting forth compelling arguments and evidence before the court.

This judgment instills faith in the justice system and sends a clear message to society that such depraved individuals will not be spared under any circumstances. The Gujarat government remains resolute in taking the strictest legal action, including ensuring capital punishment, against those who commit such heinous crimes and is committed to delivering justice to the victim’s families.

Minister of State for Home Affairs Harsh Sanghavi expressed his gratitude to the judiciary for ensuring swift and accurate justice in this case. He also congratulated all the police officers and personnel involved in the investigation for their excellent work in gathering strong evidence that led to the stringent punishment. DeshGujarat