Gulam Nabi Shaikh and Gulam Jilani Shaikh were killed in firing by unknown persons on March 1, 2002 during post-Godhra communal riots.
According to prosecution, the duo were killed when a mob attacked localities dominated by minority community in Mandai chowk area of Radhanpur town, which resulted in a clash between two groups.
“The rioting mob looted shops and destroyed properties worth Rs 1.50 crore,” police said.
Court acquits BJP MLA, 50 others in post-Godhra riot case
Patan: A local court today acquitted all 51 accused, including a BJP MLA, due to lack of evidence against them in connection with the 2002 Radhanpur town riot case in which two persons were killed.Additional
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