MUMBAI : Bombay High Court on Thursday clarified that its observations were specific to children participating in Moharrum processions and not about adults.
A division bench of Justice V M Kanade and Justice Revati Mohite-Dere reiterated their concern for the safety of children while hearing a a suo motu public interest litigation to save children'' from injuries by sharp weapons, blades, knives and swords in the name of 'matam' (mourning). Petitions were initially filed by two activists in respect of processions to be held on December 14, 2014.
After several Shia bodies intervened in the matter opposed the petition, the HC took over the matter. The State had assured the court that it will take steps to see that no harm is caused to children below 18 years. On January 13, the State informed the court that not a single child was inflicted with injuries. Its affidavit also stated that nine persons were booked for inflicting self-injuries and released by the magistrate on a fine of Rs 1200/- each. The bench then said it will hear the matter and issue guidelines.
When the matter came up for hearing, the bench was informed by advocates that they want time to reply to the State's affidavit. One of the advocates, Kishwar Mirza said,Police has said there was no injury to children. The allegations made against adults will have to be dealt with.'' This is when the judges clarified.We were specific. A child should not participate. We have not said anything about the allegations (against adults) ,'' said Justice Kanade. The matter is posted for hearing on March 4.
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