The former girlfriend of Bollywood star Salman Khan, Somy Ali, has stepped forward to extend her support to the actor amid recent adversities. The actor, whose life has been under scrutiny following a fire incident at his residence, received prayers and sympathy from Ali, who expressed her concerns regarding the situation in a Hindustan Times interview.?Having shared a romantic relationship with Salman during the 1990s before relocating to the United States, Ali spoke candidly about the troubles faced by the actor, stating, "I wouldn't wish what he's been through on anyone." Despite the passage of time and the conclusion of their relationship, Ali emphasised the universal sentiment that nobody should have to endure such challenges.
Ali's stance on the matter extends beyond personal support for Salman; she also took a firm stance against hunting as a recreational activity. Drawing attention to the Bishnoi community, renowned for their advocacy of wildlife protection, Ali urged for a cessation of any intentions to harm Salman. She advocated for the pursuit of justice through legal means rather than resorting to vigilante actions.
The Bishnoi community is pursuing justice against Salman Khan due to his involvement in the Blackbuck poaching case. The community, known for its reverence for wildlife, sees the killing of the blackbuck as a violation of their religious beliefs. They are actively seeking accountability for the incident, reflecting their commitment to protecting animals and their environment.
Here's a simplified timeline of the Black Buck poaching case involving Salman Khan:
October 1998: Salman Khan, along with several other Bollywood actors, allegedly went on a hunting expedition during the shooting of the film "Hum Saath Saath Hain" in Rajasthan, India. During this trip, two blackbucks, a protected species under the Wildlife Protection Act, were allegedly hunted down.
February 2006: Salman Khan was convicted under the Wildlife Protection Act for killing the blackbucks. He was sentenced to five years in prison, but he appealed the verdict and was granted bail.
August 2007: The Rajasthan High Court suspended Salman Khan's sentence, pending the hearing of his appeal.
December 2012: The Rajasthan High Court acquitted Salman Khan of all charges in the blackbuck poaching case, citing lack of evidence.
July 2016: The Rajasthan government filed an appeal against Salman Khan's acquittal in the Supreme Court.
January 2017: The Supreme Court issued a notice to Salman Khan on the Rajasthan government's plea challenging his acquittal.
April 2018: Salman Khan was convicted in the blackbuck poaching case by a Jodhpur court and sentenced to five years in prison. He was immediately taken into custody but was later granted bail after spending two nights in jail.
July 2018: Salman Khan applied for bail in the Jodhpur Sessions Court, which was granted.
April 2019: The Jodhpur High Court issued a notice to Salman Khan on the state government's appeal against his acquittal in the Arms Act case related to the blackbuck poaching incident.
July 2019: The Rajasthan High Court acquitted Salman Khan in the Arms Act case related to the blackbuck poaching incident.
In February 2021, the Rajasthan government accused Salman Khan of submitting a fraudulent affidavit regarding the Arms Act, as stated in its petition to the High Court.
On February 11, 2021, the Jodhpur District and Sessions Court dismissed the Rajasthan Government's appeal against Salman Khan for allegedly presenting a deceptive affidavit in the Arms Act case.
March 21, 2022: The Rajasthan High Court approved the transfer of two petitions to its jurisdiction from another court.
Overall, the case stretched over two decades, involving multiple legal proceedings, appeals, and verdicts before reaching its conclusion.
Disclaimer: The timeline provided is based on available information and may not be entirely accurate. Legal cases often involve complex proceedings and multiple developments over time.
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