September 18: MLA Mehraj Ud Din Malik has suffered a significant legal setback in his Public Safety Act (PSA) case after his senior counsel, Advocate Nirmal Kotwal, withdrew from representing him.
The sudden exit of Kotwal, a highly experienced lawyer, is expected to make the legal battle more challenging for Malik. His defense team is now under pressure to quickly find an alternative strategy.
Although the exact reason behind Kotwal’s withdrawal has not been revealed, legal experts believe the move comes at a critical stage and could slow down proceedings.
Observers say that the absence of a senior advocate of Kotwal’s stature may affect the direction of the case, which is already drawing widespread political and public attention.
This development marks a turning point in Malik’s PSA case, raising questions about the future course of his legal fight.
