Thursday, August 11, 2011

Letter to Chief Justice of India requesting to take suo moto cognizance of Farmers killed by Police firing in Maval near Pune, Maharashtra

11th Aug. 2011

To,
Justice Shri. S H Kapadia,
The Hon'ble Chief Justice of India
Chief Justice Of India,
The Supreme Court Of India,
Delhi 110001


Sub.- Request to take suo moto cognizance of Farmers killed by Police firing in Maval near Pune, Maharashtra


Respected Sir

This is to request you to take suo moto cognizance of farmers killed by Police firing in Maval near Pune.

The details of Police firing which clearly shows that Police has violated all laws and guidelines while taking action against protesting farmers. Visuals shown by various national electronic channels clearly show that the police didn't follow protocol and shoot in the air or below the waist, but aimed straight at people's heads instead, killing three.

The details of this incident are available on all major newspapers and news channels.

This is not only a violation of human right and constitutional rights but also an act of crime.

It is a fact that the farmers are struggling to protect their land and livelihood all across country, such act of crime by police if left unpunished will provoke similar atrocities against poor farmers in other places.  I hope you will ensure justice is done. I am  writing to you to request you to take suo moto cognizance and personal interest in ensuring that these farmers are not denied justice.

sincerely

Kapil Mishra
B-3/61
Yamuna Vihar
New Delhi-110053
Phone 9818066041