Punjab & Haryana High Court acquits four accused in Sonipat sisters rape‑murder case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court delivered a verdict that releases four men previously convicted in the rape and murder of two sisters from Sonipat, a city in Haryana. The acquittal overturns the earlier trial court's decision and restores the accused to freedom.
The case, which attracted nationwide media attention, involved the brutal killing of the two young women after they were allegedly assaulted. Public outrage had been intense, prompting multiple appeals and reviews by higher courts.
In its judgment, the bench cited insufficient evidence to uphold the convictions, leading to the complete exoneration of the four defendants. Legal observers noted that the ruling highlights the judiciary's reliance on concrete proof in criminal proceedings.