The Supreme Court has ruled that acid-attackers who force victims to ingest acid must face charges of attempt to murder, not just grievous hurt. Chief Justice Surya Kant emphasized that such perpetrators pose a significant threat to society. This ruling came during a hearing on a PIL by an acid-attack survivor advocating for broader recognition of victims. . NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that acid attackers who forcibly make victims ingest acid must be prosecuted for attempt to murder rather than under provisions related to causing grievous hurt. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said such offences demand the strictest legal response.“There should not be any second opinion. These matters must be tried on the provision of 307 (Attempt to Murder: Section 307 of erstwhile IPC, Section 109 in BNS). In the penal laws also an exception can be added in most heinous and inhumane cases,” said CJI Kant, as quoted by ANI. He added, “These people (attackers) have no right to roam in society. They are a threat to society, threat to civilian people and a threat to the rule of law.”The bench made the observations while hearing a PIL filed by Shaheen Malik, a 2009 acid-attack survivor and founder of the Brave Souls Foundation. Malik has asked the court to ensure that victims of forceful acid ingestion are recognised and included in the definition of “acid attack victims” under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.Malik was 26 and working as a student counsellor at Punjab Technical University when she was attacked in 2009. A masked man threw a corrosive liquid at her face, causing burns on 90 percent of her face and body and leaving her with life-altering injuries.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSouth Asian Bloc Minus India? Why Pak’s Fresh Regional Pitch Fails On Economics, Politics, Geography‘Hands Were Trembling’: Rahul Gandhi Takes Sharp Dig At Amit Shah Over Ls AddressTrump’s $1 Million Gold Card Explained: What America’s Costliest Visa Means For Indian ApplicantsUS Clears $686 Million F-16 Upgrade For Pakistan, Sparking Major Strategic Ripples Across South AsiaGoa Club Owners Saurabh & Gaurav Luthra Arrested in Phuket After Deadly Fire‘Damaging India, Hurting America’: Jayapal Flags Tariff Crisis Hitting Both NationsAmid Flight Meltdown, IndiGo Chairman Denies Claims of Rule Manipulation and Crisis EngineeringIndia-US Relations Face Hurdle As US Engages Pakistan Military, Says Dhruva JaishankarIndia Slams Pakistan At UN For Airstrikes And ‘Trade Terrorism’ That Deepen Afghanistan’s CrisisLawmaker Says Trump Damaged India–US Relations After Modi–Putin Selfie Sparks Backlash123PhotostoriesAre Khalid Al Ameri and Sunainaa Yella getting married? Inside the love story Instagram tried to soft-launch8 types of comforting Chaats to enjoy during winterPriyanka Chopra to Katrina Kaif: Decoding bridal jewellery of Bollywood actresses that belongs in your wedding vanityDhurandhar, Mission Majnu, Raazi; Gripping spy movies that expose and destroy deadly terror plots5 aggressive pet fish that aren’t for beginnersHow IGI Airport Is Using AI and Upgraded Runways to Beat Winter Fog9 heart-healthy foods with the highest amount of Omega 3 fatty acids8 everyday popular foreign brands Indians often assume are IndianBaby boy names inspired by Lord VishnuGoa club inferno chase: Luthra brothers nabbed in Thailand after deadly blaze sparks global manhunt123Hot PicksParliament Winter SessionTrump Gold CardSpiceJet FlightGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingSherrone MooreIsaiah RiderStephen CurryAdrian MorejonFerrari Carnage KolkataRomeo Lane FireMohan BhagwatBengaluru CrimePaige Shiver Net WorthGabrielle Union
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that acid attackers who forcibly make victims ingest acid must be prosecuted for attempt to murder rather than under provisions related to causing grievous hurt. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi said such offences demand the strictest legal response.“There should not be any second opinion. These matters must be tried on the provision of 307 (Attempt to Murder: Section 307 of erstwhile IPC, Section 109 in BNS). In the penal laws also an exception can be added in most heinous and inhumane cases,” said CJI Kant, as quoted by ANI. He added, “These people (attackers) have no right to roam in society. They are a threat to society, threat to civilian people and a threat to the rule of law.”The bench made the observations while hearing a PIL filed by Shaheen Malik, a 2009 acid-attack survivor and founder of the Brave Souls Foundation. Malik has asked the court to ensure that victims of forceful acid ingestion are recognised and included in the definition of “acid attack victims” under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act.Malik was 26 and working as a student counsellor at Punjab Technical University when she was attacked in 2009. A masked man threw a corrosive liquid at her face, causing burns on 90 percent of her face and body and leaving her with life-altering injuries.
