Tue Jul 01 08:01:54 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

A special court in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, India, has sentenced 12 individuals to life imprisonment in connection with an 18-year-old case involving violence and murder. The case stemmed from a dispute in 2007 following an altercation between Krishna Magan, the newly elected village head, and Ajay Singh, who was reportedly angered by Magan’s election and the cancellation of a ration shop license held by one of Singh’s allies. The conflict escalated, leading to a violent attack on Magan’s family, resulting in the death of one person, Chetram. The 12 individuals were convicted of murder, attempted murder, arson, rioting, and offences under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Five other individuals from the opposing faction were sentenced to three years imprisonment for assault and causing injuries.

**News Article:**

**12 Sentenced to Life in Barabanki for 2007 Murder Case**

**Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh – July 1, 2025** – A special court in Barabanki has handed down life sentences to 12 individuals in connection with a violent incident and murder that occurred in 2007. The ruling, delivered on Monday by Special Additional Sessions Judge Veena Narayan, concludes an 18-year-old case rooted in a local dispute.

The case originated from an altercation between Krishna Magan, newly elected village head, and Ajay Singh, allegedly angered by Magan’s election and the loss of a ration shop license held by Singh’s associate. The prosecution stated that the conflict escalated into a violent attack on Magan’s family, resulting in severe injuries and the death of Chetram.

The 12 convicted face charges including murder, attempted murder, arson, rioting, and violations of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. In addition to the life sentences, each individual has been fined ₹1.18 lakh.

Five members of the opposing faction were also sentenced to three years in prison each, with a fine of ₹10,000, for voluntarily causing grievous hurt and assault. Three other defendants were acquitted due to lack of evidence, and five other defendants passed away during the trial.

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