A Year and 48 Hearings After Son's Lynching, Rahim Still Waits for Justice

Oct 26, 2026

Suleman Pathan was lynched by a mob including friends after meeting a Hindu girl in Maharashtra. His family identified 17 accused, but police named only 11. Despite court orders for speedy trial, no fast-track court was assigned. Over a year and 48 hearings passed without charges framed. Seven of 10 accused released on bail. Family fears witness tampering and lacks resources for legal battle.

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