Delhi court sentences Asiya Andrabi to life imprisonment in UAPA case, two associates get 30-year jail terms A Delhi court on Tuesday sentenced Dukhtaran-e-Millat chief Asiya Andrabi to life imprisonment in a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Additional Sessions Judge Chander Jit Singh delivered the order after hearing arguments on the quantum of sentence. Two co-accused, Sofi Fehmeeda and Nahida Nasreen, were also sentenced to 30 years in prison. The three had been convicted earlier on January 14 under UAPA Sections 20, 38, and 39, which address membership of and support to a terrorist organisation. They were also found guilty under several Indian Penal Code (IPC) provisions, including Section 153A (promoting enmity), 153B (prejudicial to national integration), 120B (criminal conspiracy), 505 (public mischief), and 121A (conspiracy against the State). During the sentencing, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) advocated for life imprisonment for Andrabi, arguing that she had waged war against India. The agency emphasized the need to send a clear message that conspiring against the State would result in the harshest penalties. The court’s decision aligns with the NIA’s stance, reflecting the gravity of the charges and the perceived threat posed by the accused. The conviction marks a significant escalation in the legal proceedings against Andrabi and her associates, who were linked to activities related to Kashmir secession. The sentences underscore the Indian government’s approach to addressing cases under the UAPA, which grants authorities broad powers to prosecute individuals involved in terrorism or separatist movements. The ruling also highlights the intersection of national security concerns and legal accountability in cases involving organized dissent.#unlawful_activities_prevention_act #asiya_andrabi #delhi_court #sofi_fehmeeda #nahida_nasreen
