The Supreme Court has overturned the Gujarat government’s decision to grant remission to 11 convicts involved in the gangrape of Bilkis Bano and the murder of seven of her family members during the 2002 riots in the state. Bilkis Bano was raped at the age of 21 while pregnant and fleeing the communal riots that occurred after the Godhra train-burning incident. Her three-year-old daughter was among the victims of the riots. The convicts were released on August 15, 2022, after being granted remission by the Gujarat government. However, the Supreme Court has now ordered them to return to jail and surrender within two weeks. The court found that the Gujarat government did not have the authority to grant remission and that their decision was obtained through fraudulent means. The court also stated that allowing the convicts to remain free would validate invalid orders and constitute an abuse of power. This decision provides a significant relief for Bilkis Bano and her quest for justice.
In a significant development, the Supreme Court has cancelled the release of the convicted rapists of Bilkis Bano. Bilkis Bano, a survivor of the horrific 2002 Gujarat riots, was gang-raped and witnessed the brutal murder of her family members. The apex court’s decision came after it took note of the National Human Rights Commission’s submission, emphasizing the need for a thorough re-examination of the case. The cancellation of the release order provides a glimmer of hope for justice and serves as a significant step towards ensuring accountability for the heinous crimes committed against Bilkis Bano.
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Supreme Court Halts Release of Bilkis Bano’s Rapists
