The individuals from India behind the production of Dok-1 Max syrup, which led to the tragic deaths of 68 children and left 16 others disabled in Uzbekistan, might receive minimal penalties, Daryo correspondent reports.
Reports state that, if the charges against the syrup producers are confirmed under Indian law, the perpetrators may face a mere six months in prison or a fine of 1,000 rupees ($12). The reason behind this lenient sentencing lies in the Indian government's accusation of the syrup manufacturers producing illegal and low-quality medicine.
The fallout from the incident saw a criminal case being opened against the enterprise and its five managers, including company director Sachin Jain, his wife Jaya Jain, manager Tukhin Bhattacharya, chemist Atul Rawat, and Mul Singh. However, despite the severity of the situation, the sentences handed down by the Uzbekistani court raise eyebrows for their perceived leniency.
After a seven-month trial, the court delivered its verdict on February 26, 2024, with 7 out of 23 defendants being deprived of their freedom and the freedom of 14 others being restricted. Additionally, one individual was ordered to engage in correctional work, while another was fined UZS 17 mn ($1,337.78). However, dissatisfaction with the sentences led seven of the punished individuals to file an appeal to the court.
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