Pune fort murder: CM Fadnavis assures justice to victim's kin, agrees to fast-track trial
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has promised a fast-track trial for the murder of Ketan Agarwal, who was allegedly pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort by his fiancee and her lover. The government has appointed senior advocate Ujjwal Nikam as the special public prosecutor to handle the case.
Why it matters
The case has drawn high-level government intervention, reflecting public concern over violent crimes involving young adults and the state's commitment to judicial efficiency.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday (June 26, 2026) assured the family of Ketan Agarwal, who was allegedly pushed to death from Lohagad Fort by his fiancee and her lover , that the government would ensure strict punishment to those responsible and spare no effort in securing justice.
The article reports on the government's response to a crime without taking a side on the guilt of the accused or the political motivations of the CM.
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