All Accused Acquitted in 2006 Pawanraje Nimbalkar Murder Case

After 20 years and 128 witnesses, all eight accused, including Sunetra Pawar's brother, have been acquitted in the 2006 murder case of Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar. The high-profile case had been a significant political event in Maharashtra.

20 Jun, 07:59 — 20 Jun, 15:05

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Why this matters

The acquittal in this high-profile 2006 murder case, involving a prominent Congress leader and a politically connected accused, concludes a two-decade-long legal battle. The case has potential implications for current political dynamics, particularly within Maharashtra, given the familial connections of those involved.

Key entitiesPawanraje Nimbalkar Padamsinh Patil Om Raje Nimbalkar Sunetra Pawar

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Eight accused, including Padamsinh Patil, were acquitted in the 2006 murder case of Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar and his driver.
The acquittal came after a 20-year trial.
The trial involved 128 witnesses.

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Eight individuals were acquitted in the 2006 double murder case.

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Padamsinh Patil was among the acquitted individuals.

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The trial lasted 20 years and involved 128 witnesses.

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Pawanraje Nimbalkar's son, Om Raje Nimbalkar, is an alleged rebel MP linked to the Shiv Sena UBT crisis.

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The connection between Pawanraje Nimbalkar's murder and the current Shiv Sena UBT crisis, specifically that his son, Om Raje Nimbalkar, is an alleged rebel MP.

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The specific reason for the acquittal, noting that the judge dismissed the testimony of a key witness.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual16d ago

20 yrs, 128 witnesses later, Sunetra Pawar’s brother acquitted in 2006 murder case

A special court has acquitted eight individuals, including Padamsinh Patil, in the 2006 double murder case of Congress leader Pavanraje Nimbalkar and his driver. The judge dismissed the testimony of the key approver, calling him a liar who changed his statement. The acquittal concludes a nearly two-decade-old case, shifting focus to the political future of the victim's son.

By REBECCA SAMERVEL

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indian-expressMostly Factual15d ago