GOVERNMENT OF GUJARAT THE STATE vs BHIMJI MANGABHAI BUCHIYA — 144/2026

Case Summary The court convicted the accused of a minor offense under IPC 2023 sections 281, 177, and 184 (rash or negligent act endangering human life). The accused voluntarily pleaded guilty and sought mercy, citing poverty and family circumstances. The court, applying reformative theory of punishment, acquitted the accused but imposed a fine of ₹3,500 (or 15 days simple imprisonment if unpaid), considering that justice would be served without imposing rigorous punishment. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.