
CJP Leaders' Bail Hearing Delayed Due to Magistrate's Absence
What Happened?
The bail hearing for Cockroach Janta Party leaders Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka was postponed as the special executive magistrate did not arrive on time. Activist Ratna Singh raised concerns over the rejection of sureties.
Key points
- The bail hearing was scheduled for noon but was delayed until 4:42 PM.
- Four sureties offered for Das and Ranka were rejected on vague grounds.
- Das and Ranka were taken into custody on October 14 after entering a non-designated protest site.
- Singh criticized the treatment of individuals involved in protests as having criminal records.
- CJP warned of legal action if the leaders were not released by Sunday.
Key insights
- The delay in the bail hearing raises concerns about judicial efficiency.
- The rejection of sureties may discourage future participation in protests.
- CJP's warning of legal action highlights tensions between activists and authorities.
Why it matters
The outcome of this hearing could impact the ongoing protests against electoral roll revisions.
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India Today


