![]() ![]() ![]() Notably, the then Kollam District Collector had denied permission for the fireworks, which is an annual "competitive fireworks” event, yet it carried on. The Puttingal temple fireworks tragedy is one of the largest fire mishaps in the state. considering the large number of cases, number of accused and the witnesses to be examined, it would be desirable to constitute a special court at Kollam for the speedy trial and disposal of the cases." It also directed its Registry to place the subject matter - Establishment of Courts or Tribunals - before the Full Bench for appropriate decision. Taking note of these aspects, the High Court said,". However, the full court of the High Court deferred decision on the request of several pending petitions in relation to the tragedy. Subsequently, the High Court's Committee for Establishment of Courts or Tribunals favoured the suggestion to set up a separate special court for the trial of 'Puttingal Devi Temple Fireworks mishap cases' at Kollam, it noted. ![]() The High Court noted that on September 27 this year, Superintendent of Police, Crime Branch, Thiruvananthapuram filed a report stating that in view of the volume, nature and gravity of the crime and for a speedy trial it would be desirable to constitute a special court to exclusively hear the matter on a day to day basis. ![]()
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