Akhlaq Lynching: Court Rejects UP's Plea to Withdraw Case, Orders Speedy Trial

• A Noida court rejected the Uttar Pradesh government's plea to withdraw prosecution in the 2015 Dadri lynching case.
• The court termed it a "grave instance of mob lynching" involving Mohammad Akhlaq's murder and grievous injuries to his son Danish.
• It held that no convincing grounds were shown for withdrawal, emphasizing that murder is a crime against society and constitutional protections don't justify dropping grave offenses.
• Forensic evidence (FSL report confirming bovine meat) and recovered weapons (lathis, rods, bricks) were noted to support the prosecution.
• The court ordered an expeditious trial, directing the prosecution to produce remaining witnesses and ensure their security.

Why It Matters: Noida court rejected UP's plea to withdraw Akhlaq lynching case, ensuring trial continues.