In a recent court decision, the case against Gundeti Benny Abhishek and Siriki Divya Jyothi was dropped after both sides came to an agreement. The case was initially filed for serious charges, but a mutual understanding led to its resolution.
Abhishek and Divya were facing accusations under Sections 420, 376, and 506 of the Indian Penal Code. The case was being heard in the Fast Track Court for Crimes Against Women in Hyderabad. They filed a request to drop the case, which was reviewed by Judge Tirumala Devi Eada.
Both Gundeti Benny Abhishek and Siriki Divya Jyothi, along with the person who filed the complaint, agreed to settle the issue. They submitted applications to officially record their agreement and asked to settle the charges. The Assistant Public Prosecutor initially opposed this, but the documents showed the complainant agreed.
"The parties have willingly and without any pressure entered into an agreement according to the terms of compromise."
Judge Eada instructed the parties to appear before the High Court Legal Services Committee. The committee checked the identities and willingness of both parties to settle. A report confirmed their voluntary agreement.
Based on the agreement, Judge Eada approved the applications and dropped the case. However, Gundeti Benny Abhishek and Siriki Divya Jyothi were required to pay Rs. 5,000 each to the Director of Sainik Welfare and the Telangana High Court Advocates Association. Proof of payment must be submitted within two weeks.
The proceedings against Abhishek and Divya were officially dropped after they reached an agreement with the complainant, demonstrating how mutual understanding can resolve legal issues even when serious charges are involved.
