Quick Summary: In a recent court decision, Judge Tirumala Devi Eada dropped the charges against three people, Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem, who were accused of illegally buying PDS rice. The decision was made because there was no proof showing they intended to deceive anyone.
The case was about Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem, who were accused of buying PDS rice at a low price to sell it for more money. On August 13, 2024, they were found with 29.70 quintals of this rice. However, no one complained that they were tricked into selling the rice.
"The specific allegation against Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem is that they have procured PDS rice from the beneficiaries at a cheaper rate to sell the same for profit."
The lawyer for Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem argued that there was no proof they tried to trick anyone or do anything criminal. Similar cases in the past had been dismissed, and they asked for the same outcome.
"The allegations on their face value cannot be sustained against Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem."
Judge Tirumala Devi Eada pointed out that the prosecution didn't show any evidence of trickery or misuse of the rice. Because of the lack of important evidence, the court saw this as a misuse of the legal process.
"In the absence of essential factors, on the face of prosecution, this Court finds it to be a fit case to exercise jurisdiction under Section 528 of BNSS, 2023."
The court noted that the case was similar to others where the charges were dropped. Therefore, the charges against Muda Ramya, Muda Raju, and Abdul Kareem were dismissed.
"Accordingly, the Criminal Petition is allowed and the proceedings... are hereby quashed."
This decision shows how important it is to have solid evidence in legal cases, making sure that accusations are backed up with clear proof of wrongdoing.
