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SC orders Bengaluru court to fast track Renukaswamy murder trial involving actor Darshan
Politics
Published on 15 May 2026
Trial pace is so slow SC gave a one year deadline
The Supreme Court has directed the Bengaluru trial court to expedite the Renukaswamy murder case involving actor Darshan and others, noting the trial’s progress is “very slow.” The apex court pointed out that charge framing occurred on November 3, 2025 and that in seven months only 10 witnesses have been examined. With the prosecution aiming to examine around 60 priority witnesses, the SC warned that if substantial progress doesn’t occur in one year, it will intervene. It also ordered Karnataka to ensure full undertrial amenities.
- SC said trial progress in the Renukaswamy case is “very slow”
- Charge was framed on November 3, 2025, according to the court’s review
- Only 10 witnesses were examined in the last seven months
- Prosecution plans to examine about 60 priority witnesses to establish roles
- SC ordered Karnataka to provide Darshan all undertrial prisoner amenities
- Court may switch to day-to-day hearings if needed during the trial
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