Rakhi Agarwal wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding swift and strict justice for the murder of her son, Ketan Agarwal [1].
The plea highlights the emotional toll on families awaiting legal resolution in high-profile criminal cases and the pressure for judicial efficiency in Maharashtra.
Ketan Agarwal, a realtor, was murdered in June 2024 near Lohagad Fort in the Pune district [2, 3]. Since the crime occurred, authorities have arrested two suspects, identified as Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary [1].
In her correspondence to the prime minister, Rakhi Agarwal said she wants to prevent her son's death from being overlooked by the legal system. She said, "Don't let Ketan become just another case file" [1].
Agarwal emphasized the urgency of the matter, noting that the passage of time exacerbates the grief of the victim's family. "Every day without justice deepens our pain," she said [1].
The mother is calling for the maximum penalty for the accused to ensure accountability. She said, "I am seeking the strictest punishment for those responsible for taking my son's life without unnecessary delay" [3].
Local authorities in Pune continue to manage the investigation following the arrest of the two individuals [1]. The case remains a point of significant public interest in the region due to the victim's profession and the location of the crime near the historic fort.
“"Don't let Ketan become just another case file."”
This appeal to the prime minister reflects a common trend in India where victims' families seek executive visibility to expedite judicial processes. By elevating a local murder case to the national level, the family aims to prevent procedural delays that often plague the Indian legal system, ensuring the investigation remains a priority for Maharashtra law enforcement.
