A High Court bench comprised of Justices Bhishmadev Chakraborty and K.M. Rasheduzzaman Raja issued a directive today, Tuesday, mandating the appointment of state-appointed counsel for the defendants convicted in the Pallabi child rape and murder case. The order addresses the legal representation of those found guilty in the highly publicized crime. Details regarding the specific reasons prompting the court’s intervention were not immediately available. This decision ensures the convicted individuals have access to legal defense during any potential appeals processes. The court’s action underscores the importance of due process and legal safeguards, even for those convicted of serious offenses. Further proceedings will determine the specifics of the state-appointed counsel’s involvement. This ruling aims to uphold fairness within the judicial system.