The Allahabad High Court on October 16 acquitted businessman Moninder Singh Pandher, 65, and his domestic help Koli in the case. - Nithari Case: Noida Residents Body To Move Supreme Court Against Acquittal Of Pandher, Koli
The Allahabad High Court acquitted Nithari serial killings accused Moninder Singh Pandher and Surinder Koli due to the prosecution s failure to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The court criticized the botched investigations and violation of evidence collection norms. This case highlights the issue of incompetence and suspected mala fide intent leading to criminals going free. The treatment of evidence is crucial, and Indian investigative agencies need to improve procedures and training. Additionally, there is a pattern of trial courts convicting and higher courts overturning judgments, indicating a lower bar for the prosecution. The judiciary needs to address this issue.