A major reshuffle has been made in the Meerut Dalit student murder case. CO Soumya Asthana, who was investigating the Lalita Gautam murder case, has been removed. A departmental inquiry has also been initiated against her.
- A departmental inquiry has been initiated against CO Soumya Asthana
- The newly appointed CO of Brahmapuri will investigate the murder case.
- The Lalita Gautam murder case has been in the news across the state.
Rambabu Mittal, Meerut: A major administrative change has been made in the investigation of the infamous Dalit student Lalita Gautam murder case. CO Soumya Asthana, who was investigating the case, has been removed from the investigation. Her jurisdiction has also been changed. The investigation of this highly controversial murder case has now been handed over to the newly appointed CO of Brahmapuri, Ramprakash.
Investigation initiated against CO Soumya Asthana
According to sources, an internal departmental inquiry has also been initiated against CO Soumya Asthana. He is accused of being lenient towards some of the accused in the case and attempting to provide them relief during the investigation. In light of these allegations, the police department has decided to change the investigating officer. However, the department’s final conclusion on these allegations will only be revealed after the departmental inquiry is complete.
The Lalita Gautam murder case has been a topic of discussion across the state since its inception. The victim’s family and various social organizations have consistently demanded a fair investigation. Meanwhile, the decision to change the investigating officer is being considered a significant administrative step in the case.
PAC constable Ankit remains in the news
The most discussed aspect of the case has been the accused, Ankit, a constable in the PAC. It is reported that during the initial investigation about 50 days ago, it was stated that insufficient evidence was found against him. However, events quickly changed, and following the lathi charge during a Dalit protest, the police arrested and jailed the accused, Ankit. This action raised many questions about the investigation process and the role of the police.
CO Ramprakash will investigate
As the new investigating officer, CO Ramprakash will thoroughly review the entire case again. Police officials say that all available evidence, witness statements, and technical facts will be examined impartially to bring the investigation to a logical conclusion.
Victim’s family hopes for justice
The change of investigating officer in the Lalita Gautam murder case and the initiation of a departmental inquiry have once again brought the case into the spotlight. All eyes are now focused on the new investigation. The victim’s family hopes that the new investigation will be impartial and that effective action will be taken against the culprits based on the evidence. It will also reveal whether there was any negligence or bias in the departmental investigation.
Edited by: Vivek Mishra
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Vivek Kumar Mishra is a Senior Digital Content Producer at Navbharat Times Online (NBT.Com). He monitors the political developments in Uttar Pradesh. UP Political Analysis, keeping an eye on the events taking place in Uttar Pradesh.
Courtesy: Hindi News