Mar 21 • 18:09 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Mask on the face, limping steps... accused Manjeet arrives in court in Surya murder case

Manjeet Chauhan, accused in the murder of student Surya Pratap Singh in Varanasi, has been presented in court under heavy security.

In a shocking incident from Udai Pratap College, Varanasi, police have arrested Manjeet Chauhan, a fellow student, accused of murdering Surya Pratap Singh, also known as Surya. During his court appearance, which took place under heavy security, Chauhan was presented before the special magistrate, Soumya Pandey, who approved his remand and ordered him to be sent to judicial custody for 14 days. Throughout the proceedings, he chose to remain silent and avoided responding to any questions from the media.

The gruesome murder, where Surya was shot multiple times in the college premises, has sent shockwaves throughout the institution and the surrounding community. Reports indicate that Chauhan fired four shots, two of which struck Surya in the head and two in the abdomen, resulting in his immediate death at the scene. Witnesses have shared their horror over the violent nature of the crime, which has raised concerns about safety in educational spaces.

This incident not only highlights the alarming trend of violence among students but also raises deeper questions about the security measures in place within educational institutions. The college and local authorities are now under scrutiny regarding how such a violent act could occur on campus, prompting calls for improved safety protocols to protect students and prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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