Bombay High Court Acquits 12 in 7/11 Mumbai Train Blasts Case

The Bombay High Court acquitted 12 individuals implicated in the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts case. This verdict led to the release of several from various jails, including Ehtesham Siddiqui who had earlier faced a death sentence. Despite the acquittal, some remain incarcerated due to other pending charges.

The Bombay High Court has acquitted 12 individuals previously charged in connection with the 7/11 Mumbai train blasts, which claimed over 180 lives in 2006. This landmark judgment, delivered Monday, cited the prosecution's failure to substantiate the allegations against the accused.

Following the verdict, seven of the acquitted individuals walked free from prisons across Maharashtra, including Nagpur, Amravati, and Pune. Ehtesham Siddiqui and Mohammad Ali were among those released, having faced severe charges, including a death sentence and life imprisonment, respectively.

However, not all acquitted individuals have been released, as some face unrelated legal proceedings. The court's ruling has prompted discussions on the judicial process and the earlier conviction based on insufficient evidence.

(With inputs from agencies.)