Bahraich Riots: Mohammad Sarfaraz Gets Death, 9 Others Life for Ram Gopal Mishra Murder

• Mohammad Sarfaraz received the death penalty for the murder of Ram Gopal Mishra in the October 2024 Bahraich communal violence.
• Nine other convicts were sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 1 lakh each for their involvement in the Maharajganj market violence.
• The violence erupted during a Durga idol immersion procession after a dispute over music and flag removal, leading to Mishra's death.
• Heavy security was deployed outside the court following the verdict, which convicted 10 of the 13 accused, acquitting three.

Why It Matters: This verdict underscores severe legal consequences for communal violence.