Kerala Appoints Special Prosecutor for Nun's Appeal in Franco Mulakkal Case

The Kerala government has appointed senior advocate B.G. Harindranath as special public prosecutor for the appeal filed by a nun accusing former Bishop Franco Mulakkal of rape. The nun, who revealed her identity, welcomed the appointment and thanked the government and public for support. Harindranath criticized the trial court's handling, stating the victim was disbelieved and called the system flawed. Mulakkal was acquitted in 2022 and resigned as bishop; the appeal challenges that verdict.