What is the Pawanraje Nimbalkar murder case? | Explained (opens original article in a new tab)

A high-profile murder case in Maharashtra, involving political rivals, is set to conclude with a verdict on June 20, 2026, after a 15-year trial with 160 witnesses examined.

• The Pawanraje Nimbalkar murder case, involving political rivals in Maharashtra, is set to have its verdict delivered on June 20, 2026.
• The accused, former Maharashtra Minister Padmasinh Patil, is alleged to have conspired to kill Pawanraje Nimbalkar due to political rivalry and financial disputes.
• The trial, which began in 2011, lasted 15 years with 160 witnesses examined, and the court has postponed the verdict to June 20 after requiring additional time.