Kerala Chief Minister Orders Appointment of Special Prosecutor in Bishop Case
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has taken decisive action in response to a plea from Sister Ranit. He has instructed officials to appoint former law secretary G B Harindranath as the special public prosecutor. This appointment concerns the high-profile sexual assault case against former Jalandhar bishop Franco Mulakkal.
Sister Ranit's Public Appeal on Television
Sister Ranit made her demand during a television interview last week. Asianet News broadcast the interview where she expressed her frustration. She stated that the delay in appointing a special prosecutor was negatively impacting her case against Bishop Mulakkal.
Ranit explained that she had repeatedly requested the government for a special prosecutor. Despite her formal representations to higher authorities, including the chief minister, the government had not acted on her plea until now.
Government's Swift Response
The Chief Minister's Office issued a communication on Friday confirming the decision. The CMO statement clearly announced that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan ordered the appointment of G B Harindranath as the special prosecutor in this sensitive case.
Officials indicated that a formal notification regarding this appointment will be issued shortly. This move comes as a direct response to Sister Ranit's public appeal and her concerns about procedural delays affecting justice in the case.
The appointment of a special prosecutor typically indicates the government's serious approach to handling complex legal matters. In this instance, it demonstrates the administration's commitment to ensuring proper legal representation in the case against the former bishop.
Legal experts suggest that having a dedicated special prosecutor can help streamline the judicial process. It ensures focused attention on building a strong case presentation before the court.
