STORIES
We believe that personal narratives can play a crucial role in driving reform in the criminal justice system and also in shaping the public discourse on crime and punishment in India. By exploring systemic issues through authentic human stories, we provide a nuanced perspective on how the criminal justice system functions, particularly for the accused, victims, and other key stakeholders. Through these stories we hope to foster a deeper understanding of the system's impact and strengthen the push for meaningful reform.
30 May 2025
⁞Mudita Popli
14 November 2025
How a retired Army officer fought to prove his inn...
The FIR against Walia was quashed after three years of financial loss, emotional trauma, and irreversible personal damage.
Akriti Dhawan
21 November 2025
Fear and loathing in lower courts: The bail editio...
Surendra Mohan Sharma, a retired district and session judge in Rajasthan, discusses the issue of judges shying away from granting bail to undertrials — something that former CJI Chandrachud has repeatedly called out — and how it is putting a strain on jail infrastructure
Amarpal Singh Verma
28 November 2025
How a family struggles under UAPA
In Bhopal, Rahela battles stigma, isolation, and survival after her husband’s arrest under the anti-terror law—while his trial remains stalled for years.
