"an example" by the judiciary as there was valid fear and concern that any attempt to be lenient towards this man would result in the media unleashing their wrath on the judge instead.
Today the media does not play a neutral role or act as the eyes of the public. Instead they fan the flames of anger during riots and indulge in gossips to keep issues alive even when their death is in the interest of all concerned. The allure of "TRP's" is more attractive then the noble intention of just reporting facts.
