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- The Allahabad High Court has nullified a gang chart and all associated criminal proceedings after determining that officials in Bahraich failed to properly exercise their discretion.
- The court found that authorities did not examine the criminal history of the individuals involved or provide adequate reasoning for their decisions.
- This ruling underscores the necessity for officials to apply independent judgment and adhere to constitutional standards when approving applications under the Gangsters Act.
What to watch next
- Potential policy revisions for administrative approvals under the Gangsters Act
- Impact on other pending gang chart approvals in Uttar Pradesh
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