Ahmedabad serial blasts case: Hearing on death sentences of 38 convicts to be held daily

The confirmation case hearing of the 38 convicts sentenced to death in the Ahmedabad serial blasts case of 2008, will now be conducted on a day-to-day basis by a Gujarat High Court bench of Justice Alpesh Y Kogje and Justice Samir J Dave.

Given the highly sensitive and significant nature of this case, the high court has designated it as a ‘part-heard matter’ (the hearing will continue before this bench until its final resolution) on Tuesday. As a result, the confirmation case will be heard daily. 

A notable aspect of this sensational case is that the confirmation case involves approximately 7,50,000 pages of documents and records. This case is considered one of the rare instances in judicial history where such a massive volume of evidence is involved.  

Ahmedabad Serial Blast 2008

On July 26, 2008, a series of planted blasts occurred at various locations, including Civil Hospital in Asarwa, L G Hospital in Maninagar, buses, bicycles, and cars, resulting in the tragic deaths of 56 people and injuries to over 250 others. 

On February 18, 2022, a Special Designated Court sentenced 38 accused to death in the high-profile case. Additionally, 11 accused were sentenced to life imprisonment.  

Furthermore, bail applications have been filed by two of the accused, and hearings will also take place regarding the suspension of sentences. Crucial evidence in the case is currently under review. Given the extreme sensitivity of this case, the high court has also imposed a ban on its live streaming.