Azam Khan And Son Abdullah Convicted In Dual PAN Card Case After Court’s Strong Verdict Today

Former UP minister Azam Khan and his son Abdullah Azam were found guilty in the dual PAN card case after a long court battle. The MP MLA court said Abdullah used two PAN cards with two birth dates. The court also held Azam Khan responsible as an accused in the same case. The verdict created a new setback for the family. Both were sentenced to seven years in jail. The hearing had been going on for years. The court announced the final decision in the presence of both sides.

How Did This Case Begin?

This case started when BJP MLA Akash Saxena filed a complaint in 2019. He said Abdullah used two different birth certificates. The first PAN card had January 1, 1993 as the date of birth. The second PAN card had September 30, 1990 as the date of birth. The complaint said this was a serious offence. The court agreed after checking all the records. Azam Khan was linked as an accused for supporting the wrong document. The case slowly moved through the legal system.

What Was Abdullah Accused Of?

Abdullah Azam was accused of hiding his real birth date. The court said he used two different dates to gain benefits. This was treated as cheating under the law. The court said he used these documents for official purposes. The decision shocked many political workers in the region. Abdullah and his family denied the charges earlier. The court said the records clearly proved the offence. This made the punishment unavoidable.

Why Did Azam Khan Face Trouble Again?

Azam Khan had come out of jail only two months ago. He was in jail in many cases earlier. A week ago, he was acquitted in a hate speech case. His supporters thought his legal troubles might reduce. But this new verdict has brought him back into trouble. The court said his role in the PAN case could not be ignored. The family expected relief but the judgment turned harsh. This added a new layer of difficulty for him.

How Many Cases Are Against The Family?

Azam Khan faces more than 100 cases in different courts. His elder son Adeeb faces over 20 cases. His younger son Abdullah faces nearly 40 cases. His wife is accused in almost 30 cases. Many cases are related to documents and land issues. Some cases have been closed with acquittals. Some cases are still waiting for verdicts. The family remains under continuous legal pressure.

What Happened Inside The Court?

Azam Khan and MLA Akash Saxena reached the court before the judgment. The courtroom was packed with lawyers and police. The judge read the order in clear words. The punishment shocked many who were present. Security was tight due to the sensitivity. The court said both accused knowingly committed the offence. The judge said the punishment was necessary to maintain legal fairness. The order was accepted by the officers on duty.

What Happens After The Verdict?

The family may challenge the verdict in a higher court. The process could take time. Lawyers are studying the judgment carefully. The administration will now begin the next legal steps. Supporters of Azam Khan have expressed concern. Political reactions have started across the state. The case has again placed the family in headlines. The future of the case now depends on the appeal process.