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The Badlapur encounter, a recent incident involving the alleged killing of suspects by police, highlights a deeply troubling trend in India: the increasing prevalence of extrajudicial killings. This practice, where individuals are killed outside of legal proceedings, undermines the very foundation of a fair and just society. It not only denies the right to a fair trial but also perpetuates a culture of fear and impunity, where law enforcement agencies operate with a sense of being above the law.
The Badlapur encounter, like many others before it, raises serious questions about the accountability and transparency of law enforcement. While the police claim that the suspects were killed in self-defense during an exchange of fire, these claims are often met with skepticism and accusations of fabricated evidence. The lack of independent investigations and the failure to hold officers accountable for such incidents further erode public trust in the police and the judicial system. The public is left with a sense of injustice, questioning whether the police are serving and protecting the people or acting as judge, jury, and executioner.
Extrajudicial killings are not merely isolated incidents; they are part of a corrosive pattern of lawlessness that has consumed our justice system. This pattern is often fueled by factors such as corruption, lack of proper training and oversight, and a culture of impunity. The impact of such killings is far-reaching. It creates a climate of fear, where citizens are afraid to speak out against injustice or even to cooperate with the police for fear of reprisal. It also undermines the very fabric of democracy, where the rule of law is paramount. Instead of ensuring justice, extrajudicial killings create a system where the powerful can manipulate the law to their advantage, while the vulnerable are left at the mercy of those who should be protecting them.
Source: Badlapur encounter—when police choose the easy way out, and break the law