Juveniles in 2002 Godhra train burning case sentenced to 3 years in jail after 14 years.

In a significant development related to the 2002 Godhra train burning incident, the Juvenile Justice Board has handed down a three-year jail term to three juveniles involved in the case. This ruling comes 14 years after 31 other individuals were convicted in connection with the tragic event that resulted in the deaths of 59 kar sevaks in the Sabarmati Express fire. The now 40-year-old convicts were minors aged 17 at the time of the incident. Notably, two suspects were acquitted of the charges, while one passed away during the course of the trial. The long-awaited verdict sheds new light on one of the most haunting chapters in recent Indian history, underscoring the complexities and legal nuances surrounding the case. The sentencing of the three juveniles serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of the Godhra train burning tragedy and the quest for justice that has unfolded over the years.

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