Mumbai: Lt Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit, who was an accused in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, was promoted to the rank of Colonel by the Army on Wednesday.

The promotion came for the 53-year-old officer after 17 years, nine of which he spent in jail. His promotion came after his acquittal recently. ADVERTISEMENT

According to an official, a Discipline and Vigilance (DV) ban was imposed after his arrest in the matter. The Army formally lifted the ban that had stalled his professional progression for over a decade and a half. Purohit is currently attached to the Army’s Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa (MG&G) Area.

The DV ban, imposed in 2008, had denied Purohit rightful promotions, postings, and honours despite his eligibility. His name was kept out of consideration by the Army’s Selection

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