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Mumbai Court Closes Islam Gymkhana Molestation Case Due to Complainant's Withdrawal

Mumbai Court Closes Islam Gymkhana Molestation Case Due to Complainant's Withdrawal

Esplanade Court Closes Islam Gymkhana Molestation Case Following Complainant's Withdrawal

The Esplanade metropolitan magistrate court has closed a molestation case against two Islam Gymkhana members after the complainant, a law student, expressed her unwillingness to pursue the matter, citing mental distress. Police had previously filed a 'C Summary' report.

In a significant development, the Esplanade metropolitan magistrate court has officially closed a molestation case filed against two members of the prominent Islam Gymkhana, situated on Marine Drive. The court's decision came after the complainant, a 24-year-old law student, informed the judiciary that she no longer wished to pursue the allegations, citing mental distress.

The incident dates back to June 2023, when the law student lodged a complaint against two members of the Gymkhana's managing committee.

Her allegations included molestation, outraging her modesty, and criminal intimidation. She claimed these acts occurred during an altercation within the Gymkhana premises.

Following her complaint, the Marine Drive police station launched an investigation. However, after their probe, the police filed a 'C Summary' report in the court.

A 'C Summary' report is typically filed when the police find that the complaint was made due to a mistake of fact or law, or if there is insufficient evidence to proceed with prosecution, effectively closing the case from their end due to a lack of substance.

During subsequent court proceedings, the complainant appeared before the magistrate and reiterated her stance.

She informed the court that she was .

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