IndiaThe Ernakulam Principal Sessions Court in Kerala has ordered all 16 accused in the Abhimanyu murder case to appear on August 10 to address an additional charge under Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code. The court expressed frustration over the accused's absence, especially after the Kerala High Court mandated completing the trial within four months. The additional charge was proposed by the prosecution, led by Special Public Prosecutor G. Mohanraj. The case involves allegations of murder and other serious offenses, with all accused having pleaded not guilty. The trial has faced multiple delays, including issues with missing documents and the surrender of absconding individuals. Abhimanyu, a university student, was killed in 2018 during campus activism-related clashes, sparking significant public outcry and renewed discussions about political violence in educational institutions.
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