India, June 21 -- The judgement in the Nasrapur child rape and murder case will be pronounced on June 25, bringing to a close what is likely to be one of the fastest-concluded trials in Maharashtra in a case involving a heinous crime against a minor.

The trial moved at an unprecedented pace, with investigators filing the chargesheet within 16 days of the crime. Recording of witnesses and presentation of evidence were completed in the next 16 days, while final arguments concluded within 20 days, setting the stage for a judgment less than a month after the commencement of trial proceedings.

Special public prosecutor Ajay Misar said the final arguments commenced at 11 am on Saturday and concluded at around 4 pm. "During the hearing, the pr...