New Delhi, July 31 -- After being acquitted in the 2008 Malegaon blast case by an NIA court, Lt Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit expressed deep gratitude to the judiciary and the Armed Forces. Thanking the court for "delivering justice", Lt Col Purohit said he was "extremely grateful" to the nation and those who stood by him during the 17-year long legal battle.

Speaking with the media after his acquittal in the Malegaon blast case, Lt Colonel Prasad Shrikant Purohit said, "I am extremely grateful to the country and those who stood by us. I am grateful to the judiciary for understanding the case and delivering justice to all of us."

"During the fight, the Armed forces stood by me. I have no words to express my gratitude to all of them," ...