2009 Dehradun encounter case

The 2009 Dehradun encounter case refers to a controversial police operation that took place on September 27, 2009, in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. The incident involved the alleged encounter killing of two individuals, identified as Pradeep Kumar and Jitendra Kumar, by the Uttarakhand Police. Authorities presented the encounter as a legitimate operation against suspected criminals linked to a larger conspiracy involving terrorism. However, the case attracted widespread scrutiny and allegations of extrajudicial killings, raising concerns over police conduct and accountability. Subsequent investigations, including court inquiries and public outcry, prompted discussions about the legality of encounter killings in India, underscoring issues of human rights and law enforcement practices in the country.