Mumbai/ New Delhi, July 13 -- Former Special Public Prosecutor in Ajmal Kasab case and eminent legal expert Adv. Ujjwal Nikam has been nominated member to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu.
Known for successfully prosecuting Ajmal Kasab- the lone captured terrorist involved in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Adv. Nikam has played a crucial role as a special public prosecutor in several high-profile and complex cases.
Born on March 30, 1953, in Jalgaon, Adv. Nikam hails from a family with a strong legal background. His father was a reputed barrister and judge. After earning a science degree, Nikam pursued law from Maniyar Law College and began practicing as an advocate, specialising in criminal law.
He started his legal career as a p...