Lakhimpur Kheri Violence: SC Allows Former Minister's Son Ashish Mishra to Visit Hometown on Diwali
The court said the trial must move quickly and noted 90 of 131 witnesses have been examined as the judge and prosecutor changes drew objections.
- On Monday, the Supreme Court allowed Ashish Mishra, an accused in the 2021 Lakhimpur violence and son of former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, to visit his hometown in Lakhimpur Kheri for Deepavali.
- Eight people, including farmers and BJP workers, were killed during October 2021 protests in Tikunia against Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya; the trial court framed charges against Mishra and 12 others in December 2023.
- Allahabad High Court replaced presiding judge Shiv Kumar Singh with Lokesh Rai as District and Sessions Judge, while Uttar Pradesh appointed advocate Kapil Katiyar as the new Special Public Prosecutor for the trial.
- Counsel for Uttar Pradesh reported that 90 of 131 witnesses have been examined; the bench directed the trial must proceed without prolonged delay, stating, "Balance has to be maintained by prosecution."
- Advocate Prashant Bhushan, representing the victims, submitted they are satisfied with recent developments in the case as the Court continues monitoring the trial following prior allegations against the judicial officer.
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Times of IndiaLakhimpur Kheri violence: SC allows former minister's son Ashish Mishra to visit hometown on Diwali
Ashish Mishra, an accused in the Lakhimpur violence case, has been permitted to travel home for Diwali. The Supreme Court acknowledged the need for a timely conclusion to the ongoing trial. Ashish Mishra, who is currently out on bail, must return by October 16 as per court orders. In the past, the Allahabad High Court transferred the trial court judge due to concerns regarding case management.
The Supreme Court has granted Ashish Mishra, an accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, permission to travel home during Diwali. Ashish Mishra is currently out on bail, but previously was not allowed to visit his hometown.
Lakhimpur Kheri Violence: Supreme Court Allows Ashish Mishra to Visit Family for Diwali
New Delhi, October 26, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Ashish Mishra, the prime accused in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, to visit his hometown in Uttar Pradesh to celebrate Diwali with his family and close relatives. He has been directed to return by November 16, subject to the existing […]
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