VARANASI, India – The High Court has dismissed a plea from the wife of a temple priest who was murdered by unknown assailants. The court’s decision comes after the wife sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the murder.
The temple priest, who was found dead inside the temple premises, was allegedly murdered with a blunt object. The wife had alleged that the local police were not conducting a fair investigation and that the case should be handed over to the CBI for a thorough probe.
However, the High Court has disposed of the plea, stating that the local police have made significant progress in the investigation and that there is no need to transfer the case to the CBI. The court also emphasized that the police should continue their efforts to bring the culprits to justice.
The murder of the temple priest has sparked widespread outrage in the local community, with many expressing concern over the safety and security of religious leaders. The court’s decision has prompted mixed reactions, with some supporting the police’s investigation efforts and others calling for a CBI probe to ensure transparency and accountability.
The temple priest’s murder remains a tragic and unresolved case, highlighting the need for a thorough and impartial investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. The court’s dismissal of the plea for a CBI probe has further fueled the public’s demand for transparency and accountability in the investigation.