SC Stays Sengar's Sentence Reduction; Unnao Victim's Mother Demands Death Penalty

• Supreme Court stayed Delhi High Court's order reducing Kuldeep Sengar's sentence in the Unnao rape case, ensuring he remains in jail.
• The Unnao victim's mother expressed happiness, demanding the death penalty for Sengar and criticizing the High Court's decision.
• CJI Justice Suryakant's bench noted important legal questions and the unique circumstances of Sengar serving another sentence.
• Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued for the stay, emphasizing the definition of 'public servant' under the POCSO Act.
• CJI Suryakant questioned the interpretation of 'public servant' for MLAs/MPs under POCSO and warned against political interference.

Why It Matters: Supreme Court halts Kuldeep Sengar's early release, bringing relief to the Unnao victim's family.