Hawkers Jailed for Assaulting Civic Official in Navi Mumbai

Three hawkers in Navi Mumbai have been sentenced to two years' imprisonment for attacking and thwarting a civic official during a 2016 anti-encroachment operation. The court found them guilty under several IPC sections. This ruling follows a thorough examination of evidence and testimonies presented by the prosecution.

In a significant judicial decision, a court in Navi Mumbai has sentenced three hawkers to two years in prison for assaulting and obstructing a civic official during an anti-encroachment drive back in 2016.

Identified as Shrikant Surendra Sharma, Dipakkumar Chhotelal Gaikwad, and Siraj Jawhad Khan, the accused were convicted of using criminal force against a public servant, causing hurt to deter duty, and wrongful restraint, under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.

The incident involved the accused manhandling Subash Dadu Adagale, a ward officer with the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation, and preventing him from performing his official duties. The verdict was reached after six witnesses, including the complainant, provided testimony that left no room for doubt.

(With inputs from agencies.)