In Pune, the Juvenile Justice Board is considering whether to classify a 17-year-old boy, accused of driving a Porsche while intoxicated and causing the deaths of two individuals, as an adult. This tragic incident occurred on May 19 of the previous year in the Kalyani Nagar area, claiming the lives of IT professionals Anish Awadhiya and Ashwini Costa.

The Pune police have been advocating for over a year for the teen to be tried as an adult, but the case has faced numerous delays due to repeated adjournments requested by the defense. Special public prosecutor Shishir Hiray stated that the hearing finally took place, where he emphasized the severity of the crime.

Hiray argued that the actions of the juvenile were 'heinous,' highlighting not only the fatalities but also attempts to manipulate evidence. He pointed out that the juvenile was aware of the potential harm caused by driving under the influence.

The defense attorney, Prashant Patil, countered the prosecution's claims by referencing a Supreme Court ruling that outlines the criteria for classifying a crime as heinous. He contended that the prosecution's request contradicted this ruling, as there is no applicable law in this case that mandates a minimum seven-year sentence.

Patil noted that the Juvenile Justice Board had already conducted a preliminary assessment, which did not support treating the teen as an adult. Following the accident, the accused was granted bail shortly after, with conditions that sparked public outrage, including a requirement to write an essay on road safety. He was later sent to an observation home.

On June 25, 2024, the Bombay High Court ordered his immediate release, deeming the Juvenile Justice Board's decision to place him in an observation home as unlawful, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to juvenile laws.