‘Faith healer’ who sexually abused children for years in Kashmir sentenced to 14 years in prison, judge pens another verse on delay in justice

On Monday, the CJM penned a few more verses titled ‘Delay in FIR, Delay in Justice’:

A voice once lost, now breaks the chain

No more silence, no more pain

Justice waits, though time may sever

Yet truth prevails – better late than never

“Under section 377 Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) (offence against prosecution witness 3), the accused is sentenced to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50,000. Under section 377 RPC (offence against prosecution witness 8), the accused is sentenced to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 50,000,” reads the order issued by the CJM. “The sentences shall run consecutively, meaning the accused shall serve a total of fourteen years of rigorous imprisonment.”

The accused, now 54, would reportedly promise his disciples good fortunes, relief from financial problems, or a cure for medical ailments. He would tell them to bring their children so they could talk to the djinns (supernatural powers) at his home on the outskirts of Sopore.

He would reportedly silence his victims by telling them that if they spoke to anyone, they would be chased by djinns and their families would be destroyed.

At least 12 families have approached the court, though authorities estimate the number of victims would be higher.