A Delhi sessions court has set aside a lower court’s order directing police to investigate Minister Kapil Mishra’s alleged role in the 2020 North-East Delhi riots. The ruling brings major relief to the BJP leader.
The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on Law Minister Kapil Mishra’s plea seeking copies of the chargesheet in a case over his alleged objectionable tweets during the 2020 Delhi Assembly polls. The case stems from a complaint filed by the returning officer under Section 125 of the Representation of the People Act.
A Delhi court criticized the Delhi Police for delays in investigating a hate speech case against BJP leader Kapil Mishra. Despite court instructions, the police have not completed required inquiries or collected necessary evidence since the controversial tweet during the 2020 elections. The case, highlighting police negligence, is scheduled for further hearing.
Today, On 1st April, A court ordered the lodging of an FIR against Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra and others in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots. The judge found a prima facie case and directed further investigation into the matter. Mishra and others are accused of inciting violence during the riots. The court’s decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings related to the riots.