Cricket coach sentenced to 28 years’ rigorous imprisonment in fourth abuse case
A former cricket coach has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for the sexual assault of a student, marking his fourth conviction. The court ordered the sentence to be served consecutively, bringing his total prison time across all cases to 42 years.
Why it matters
The case underscores the importance of judicial accountability in cases of sexual abuse and the long-term impact of trauma on survivors.
Thiruvananthapuram Fast Track Special Court Special Judge Anju Meera Birla sentenced Manu M., a 40-year-old cricket coach, to 28 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹54,000 in a fourth case related to the sexual assault of a female student.
The article provides a straightforward, factual report on court proceedings and sentencing.
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