Mamta Pathak, 60, is on trial for the alleged electrocution of her husband, Neeraj Pathak, a retired government doctor. During a hearing at the Jabalpur Bench, she was questioned about post-mortem findings indicating death by electric shock.
Her response left the court silent. She calmly stated, "Sir, it is not possible to differentiate between thermal burn marks and electric burn marks in a post-mortem room."
She followed with a technical explanation involving chemical reactions, acid-based separations, and the behavior of electric current in human tissue. Justice Vivek Agarwal, surprised by the depth of knowledge, asked if she was a chemistry professor. She replied, "Yes."
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The courtroom exchange quickly went viral online, with many praising her scientific clarity. Some likened it to scenes from courtroom films.
The case itself dates back to April 2021 in Chhatarpur, when Mamta allegedly drugged her husband and then electrocuted him. She left town immediately afterward and reported his death two days later.
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A voice recording allegedly from Neeraj accusing his wife of abuse, along with testimony from their driver, formed the basis of the prosecution's case. Mamta was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment by a sessions court but was later granted bail pending appeal.
Her self-representation in court and command over forensic science have sparked public interest in how education can empower individuals, even in dire circumstances. The High Court has reserved its judgment.