Supreme Court Grants Bail to 5 Delhi Riots Accused with Stringent Conditions
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In a significant development, the Supreme Court has granted bail to five individuals accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. Gulfisha Fatima, Meeran Haider, Shifa Ur Rehman, Mohd. Saleem Khan, and Shadab Ahmad were granted bail with 11 stringent conditions. The conditions, aimed at ensuring the accused do not influence witnesses or hinder the trial, include: - Executing a personal bond of ₹2 lakh with two local sureties - Remaining within the National Capital Territory of Delhi and seeking prior permission for travel - Surrendering passports and disclosing current residential addresses and contact information - Appearing before the station house officer twice a week and maintaining a register of attendance - Avoiding contact with witnesses, participants, or groups related to the case - Refraining from disseminating information or participating in activities that could influence the trial The court has directed the trial court to consider any application for revocation of bail if the accused commit any offense during the pendency of the trial. The accused must also cooperate fully with the trial and maintain peace and good behavior. The Supreme Court's decision has implications for the ongoing trial and the accused individuals, who will be closely monitored to ensure compliance with the conditions set by the court.
