A fine of ₹1,000 has been imposed on a mayor for failing to appear in court. The case, which is seven years old, alleges assault of teachers at a school. The mayor's counsel had requested exemption from personal appearance due to a busy schedule. However, the public prosecutor opposed this plea.

The court has warned of further action if the mayor fails to appear at the next hearing. A smaller fine had already been imposed earlier for non-appearance.

Further details about the case and the court's decision are available from the source publication, Free Press Journal.