3 Things Mumbai train blasts case, coal plants get exemption, and Parliament disrupted
Jul 23, 2025
Apurva Vishwanath, National Legal Editor at The Indian Express, delves into the Bombay High Court’s shocking acquittal of all 12 men convicted in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts, raising issues about coerced confessions and evidence standards. Nikhil Ghanekar, an environmental reporter, discusses a contentious policy rollback allowing coal plants to bypass crucial emission controls, highlighting the clash between energy needs and environmental health. They also touch on the chaotic Monsoon Session of Parliament, where protests overshadowed proceedings.
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High Court Acquits 2006 Blast Accused
- The Bombay High Court acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case due to prosecution's failure to prove charges beyond reasonable doubt.
- Significant flaws were found in the investigation and trial proceedings, raising doubts on the actual perpetrators.
Confessions Rejected as Coerced
- The court rejected police confessional statements because they were identical, suggesting coercion.
- Statements lacked firsthand crime details, pointing to possible fabrication under duress.
Eyewitness Evidence Questioned
- Eyewitness identifications were questionable due to delayed lineups and selective witness inclusion.
- Such circumstantial evidence alone was insufficient for conviction without solid corroboration.