'Wholly Impermissible in Democracy': State Directed to Ensure Sonam Raghuwanshi's Effigy Not Burnt on Dussehra: Madhya Pradesh High Court '

In a strong stand for individual dignity and constitutional rights, the Madhya Pradesh High Court on September 26, 2025, directed the State Authorities to prevent the burning of an effigy of Sonam Raghuwanshi, who is currently an accused in a murder case, in place of Ravana during Vijayadashami (Dussehra) celebrations scheduled for October 2, 2025. The case was heard by Justice Pranay Verma, who termed the proposed act as wholly…