Maharashtra MLA Bachchu Kadu gets two years in jail over 2017 agitation in Nashik; obtains bail
Nashik (Maha), Mar 8: A court here on Wednesday sentenced independent MLA and former Maharashtra minister Omprakash alias Bachchu Kadu to two years' rigorous imprisonment for obstructing government work and trying to assault an official during a 2017 agitation.
Kadu, leader of the Prahar Sanghatana who supports the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government, subsequently secured bail from the court.
His lawyer said they will file an appeal in the High Court against the sentence.
On July 24, 2017, the Prahar Sanghatana had staged an agitation outside the Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) over the issue of non-utilization of three per cent funds reserved for the specially-abled persons.
As per the prosecution, Kadu, who led the agitation, abused and tried to hit Nashik commissioner Abhishek Krishna.
The NMC administration then lodged a complaint against Kadu under sections 353 (assault or criminal force to deter public servant from discharging his duty) and 504 (intentional insult or provocation) of the Indian Penal Code.
On Wednesday, District Judge V S Kulkarni sentenced Kadu to two years' rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000.
Reacting to the verdict, Kadu, MLA from Achalpur, said nobody was interested in knowing what prompted him to stage the agitation.
Speaking to reporters on the premises of the Maharashtra legislature in Mumbai, the MLA said, "I staged the agitation as NMC was not utilising the funds meant for Divyang people....The probe should have been about why the funds are not utilised.
"We had written letters to the then commissioner but he never acted. Funds for Divyang people lay unutilised for more than two years," he claimed.
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Shaheen Group announces free education for SSLC toppers scoring 95% and above
Bidar: Shaheen Group of Institutions has announced free education for students across Karnataka who have secured 95 per cent and above marks in the SSLC examinations.
The announcement was made by Dr. Abdul Qadeer, Chairman of the institution, as part of an initiative aimed at encouraging academic excellence and supporting deserving students.
According to the institution, eligible students from across the state will be provided free education for both First Year and Second Year PUC at Shaheen institutions.
The initiative is expected to benefit a large number of meritorious students by helping them continue higher education without financial burden.
In addition, Dr. Abdul Qadeer announced special scholarships for Kannada medium students and those studying in government schools, recognising their efforts and encouraging them to pursue further studies.
Speaking on the occasion, he said the initiative reflects Shaheen’s continued commitment to inclusive education and merit-based support, ensuring that talented students from all backgrounds receive opportunities to progress.
