The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the May 9 case related to violence in Mardan. This case involves incidents of stone-pelting and firing that injured protesters, passersby, and police officers. The approval was given recently to drop the charges linked to these events.
Following this decision, the KP government transferred the public prosecutor handling the case. Additional Advocate General Inamullah has been appointed as the special prosecutor for this matter. He submitted a letter from the Additional Home Secretary in court to initiate the case withdrawal process.
The court has scheduled the next hearing for October 15 to review the case status. The case involves several accused, including prominent figures like Zahid Shah Toru and MNA Mujahid Khan. The withdrawal signals a significant shift in the handling of this sensitive case.
The May 9 violence in Mardan caused unrest and injuries, drawing widespread attention. Police efforts to control the situation resulted in clashes with activists. The legal proceedings have been closely monitored by political and public groups alike.
This move by the KP cabinet reflects changing political dynamics in the province. It also raises questions about accountability and justice for the victims of the violence. The upcoming court hearing will determine the final outcome of this high-profile case.