Private Counsel Assisting Prosecution in Criminal Trial Cannot Make Oral Arguments or Conduct Cross-Examination: Madhya Pradesh High Court

Gwalior Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has dismissed a criminal revision filed by Vijay Sharma in a matter connected with alleged corruption and misuse of public funds in Municipal Council Shivpuri. The Court clarified the scope of participation of a private complainant during trial proceedings under the provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. Court and Bench Details The order was passed on 6 May 2026 by…