A Mumbai court convicted Kanhaiya, a transgender person, for the kidnapping and murder of a three-month-old infant in 2021. The crime stemmed from a dispute over traditional gifts. The accomplice, Sonu Kale, was acquitted due to lack of evidence. The case underscores the need to protect vulnerable members of society and ensure justice for the innocent victim.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a parent cannot be accused of kidnapping their own child, emphasizing a mother’s role as a lawful guardian. The decision, made in the backdrop of a strained parental relationship, prioritizes the child’s best interest and reinforces equal parental rights, with significant implications for regional kidnapping laws and parental rights.