Shrikant Prasad Purohit
Lieutenant Colonel Shrikant Prasad Purohit is a former Indian Army officer who gained prominence due to his involvement in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, where he was accused of orchestrating and financing terrorist activities linked to right-wing groups. His case has been a focal point in discussions surrounding military personnel's involvement in domestic terrorism and the broader implications for national security. Recently, he was acquitted by a special court, which ruled that there was insufficient evidence against him, raising questions about the legal proceedings and the challenges of prosecuting cases related to terrorism in India.
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Lt Col Shrikant Prasad Purohit was accused of raising funds to purchase explosives for a right-wing outfit.
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