Naresh Kumar vs State

ik-125112947 Delhi High Court 19 November 2025 • 17 min read

Judges (1)

Manoj Kumar Ohri Delivered

Counsel (3)

Aniruddha Ghosh Counsel Amicus Mohd. Shamikh Counsel Appellant Pradeep Gahalot Counsel Respondent

Parties (2)

State Respondent Naresh Kumar Appellant

Case Significance

Naresh Kumar vs State is a Delhi High Court decision dated November 19, 2025 (citation: ik-125112947). The appellant challenged his conviction under Section 376 IPC and sentence of seven years rigorous imprisonment for rape. The court found the prosecutrix's testimony unreliable due to significant contradictions and inconsistencies, noted the lack of supporting evidence including no marks on exhibits, and considered the appellant's defence of prior enmity due to a land dispute corroborated by the beat officer's testimony. The appeal was allowed and the appellant was acquitted of all charges.</ The case was heard by Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri. Counsel appearing: Aniruddha Ghosh (amicus curiae), Mohd. Shamikh (counsel for appellant), Pradeep Gahalot (counsel for respondent).

Summary

The appellant challenged his conviction under Section 376 IPC and sentence of seven years rigorous imprisonment for rape. The court found the prosecutrix's testimony unreliable due to significant contradictions and inconsistencies, noted the lack of supporting evidence including no marks on exhibits, and considered the appellant's defence of prior enmity due to a land dispute corroborated by the beat officer's testimony. The appeal was allowed and the appellant was acquitted of all charges.

What was the outcome of Naresh Kumar vs State?

The appellant challenged his conviction under Section 376 IPC and sentence of seven years rigorous imprisonment for rape. The court found the prosecutrix's testimony unreliable due to significant cont...

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