Justice for Nashik: Ujjwal Nikam Appointed as Special Prosecutor

The Maharashtra government has appointed Ujjwal Nikam as the special public prosecutor for a case involving the rape and murder of a 4-year-old girl in Nashik's Malegaon taluka. The incident sparked widespread outrage and protests. Suspect Vijay Khairnar has been apprehended and is in police custody.

The Maharashtra government has appointed prominent lawyer Ujjwal Nikam as the special public prosecutor in the high-profile case involving the tragic rape and murder of a 4-year-old girl in the Dongrale area of Nashik's Malegaon taluka.

The shocking incident, which occurred on November 16, triggered state-wide outrage, leading to numerous protests and candlelight vigils demanding justice for the young victim.

Police have detained the suspect, Vijay Khairnar, who is currently in police custody under orders of the Malegaon additional sessions court, which is overseeing the case proceedings.

(With inputs from agencies.)