BHARTU & ORS. vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the conviction of the appellants under Sections 148, 302/149, 324/149, and 323/149 IPC for their involvement in a violent attack during a marriage procession, resulting in the death of Ram Pal. The Court confirmed the life sentence and fines imposed by the Sessions Judge, emphasizing that the appellants acted in concert with deadly weapons, establishing their culpability under the relevant sections. The appeal was dismissed, and the High Court's decision to enhance the compensation to the complainant was also upheld.