Government of Gujarat vs MERUBHAI HIRABHAI HADIYAL — 379/2026

Summary: The court convicted the accused under BNS Section 223 (based on the FIR filed by the complainant and police investigation). The accused voluntarily confessed to the crime, stating it was his first offense committed by mistake and expressing remorse. Considering the accused's age, economic condition, and plea for mercy, the court sentenced him to a fine of ₹500, with an alternative imprisonment of 20 days if the fine is not paid. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.