Headline
The Supreme Court of India adjourns plea of bail in Bhima Koregaon Case.
Summary
The Supreme Court of India on 6th February ,2025 adjourned the bail plea filed by lawyer Surendra Gadling and activist Jyoti Jagtap in the case of Bhima Koregaon. The court also postponed the appeal of NIA against the bail of Mahesh Raut. All 3 are accused under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for alleged Maoist connections .
Key Facts
- Case Name: Bhima Koregaon Violence Case
- Judges Name: Justice MM Sundresh & Justice Rajesh Bindal
- Accused: Surendra Gadling (arrested in July 2018), Jyoti Jagtap (arrested in September 2020), Mahesh Raut (got bail by Bombay HC, challenged by NIA)
- Stand of Court: Allegations must be examined at this stage; accused delaying trial.
Legal Insights
- The Bombay High Court granted bail to Mahesh Raut but stayed it, with the Supreme Court of India extending the stay.
- The case shows prolonged undertrial detention under UAPA.
Impact
- 9 out of 16 accused have secured bail so far.
- Father Stan Swamy died in custody in July 2021, showing concerns about judicial delays.
Why It Matters
This case shows the issues of personal liberty, lengthy trials of UAPA, and judicial scrutiny of bail in delicate cases.
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