The trial concerning the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence, which resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, is currently facing challenges in witness production. Former district magistrate Arvind Chaurasia is scheduled to appear via video conferencing on May 13. The Supreme Court has expressed disappointment over the slow progress in the trial, particularly regarding the non-production of witnesses. District government counsel Arvind Tripathi noted that tracking witnesses has been difficult, as many have moved from their original addresses since the incident occurred nearly five years ago. The trial is being closely monitored by the Supreme Court due to its high-profile nature, with Ashish Mishra, son of former Union minister Ajay Mishra, being the prime accused. So far, 45 witnesses have given statements, while 25 have backtracked. In the second trial phase, 34 out of 35 witnesses have appeared. The ongoing testimonies are crucial as the court seeks to resolve the case stemming from a protest against agricultural reform laws that turned violent.