Nitish Katara murder case: SC orders Vikas Yadav’s release on furlough, to spend time with family on Holi

The Supreme Court has ordered the release of Vikas Yadav, a convict in the Nitish Katara murder case, on furlough to spend time with his family during Holi.

27 Feb, 22:37 — 28 Feb, 03:15

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The Nitish Katara murder case was a high-profile honor killing from 2002, involving the son of a powerful politician, which garnered significant media attention and public outcry. The Supreme Court's decision regarding furlough for a convicted individual in such a case is significant as it touches upon judicial discretion, prisoner rights, and public perception of justice.

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The Supreme Court ordered Vikas Yadav's release on furlough.
Vikas Yadav is convicted in the Nitish Katara murder case.
The purpose of the furlough is for Vikas Yadav to spend time with his family on Holi.

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The Supreme Court ordered Vikas Yadav's release on furlough.

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Vikas Yadav is convicted in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case.

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Vikas Yadav was granted one-week furlough until March 7.

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Vikas Yadav has served 23 years of his 25-year sentence.

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The specific duration of the furlough (one week until March 7) and the length of sentence served (23 of 25 years) are detailed.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual162d ago

Katara case: SC grants Yadav one-week furlough to spend Holi with family

The Supreme Court has granted Vikas Yadav, convicted in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder, furlough until March 7. Having served 23 years of his 25-year sentence, the court permitted his release to spend time during Holi, rejecting objections. This comes after the Delhi High Court had previously denied his furlough plea, citing the gravity of his offenses.

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indian-expressMostly Factual162d ago