In the case of violence during Holi in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, Delhi High Court has given instructions to ensure the safety of the family of the accused. The court has asked Delhi Police to provide adequate police security to the mother of the accused and her family. This order was given after seeing the CCTV footage related to the alleged attack by the local people at the petitioner's house. Let us tell you that in the case of violence that took place on the day of Holi on March 4, 2026 in Delhi's Uttam Nagar and the murder of Tarun Khatik, legal action is being taken against many people including the main accused Nizamuddin and Sohail.
Scenes of attack on house in CCTV footage
During the hearing of the case, Delhi High Court reviewed the CCTV footage. In the footage, local people were allegedly seen attacking the petitioner's house. It was told that during this time, a family member of the person killed in the violence was also present along with the local residents.
Considering the incidents revealed in the footage, the court termed the matter as serious and stressed the need to ensure the safety of the family.
The accused's mother had filed a petition
The mother of the accused had filed a petition in the Delhi High Court demanding immediate and adequate police protection for herself and her family. The petition requested to direct the police to take necessary steps for the safety of the family.
Hearing the petition, the bench of Justice Girish Kathpalia made it clear that the law will take its course on the basis of the FIR, but it is not appropriate to leave any person unsafe.
'The petitioner cannot be left to become a victim of violence'
The court remarked that the situation is serious and the legal process will continue in place. However, the petitioner and his family cannot be left unprotected and it is necessary to protect them from becoming victims of such violence.
Court's emphasis on security and legal process
The purpose of the Delhi High Court's direction is to ensure the safety of the family of the accused while the case continues to be prosecuted under law. This development shows that in a criminal case, along with the investigation and judicial process, the safety of the persons concerned is also important.
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