
Court Extends Judicial Custody of Activists Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka
What Happened?
A Delhi court has extended the judicial custody of activists Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka by two days after their arrest for breaching a peace bond at Jantar Mantar. The next hearing is scheduled for October 21.
Key points
- Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka were arrested for breaching a peace bond on October 13.
- The court granted a two-day extension of their judicial custody.
- Delhi Police requested a five-day extension citing prior misconduct.
- The next hearing is set for October 21.
- Previous delays occurred due to a magistrate recusing himself over death threats.
Key insights
- The extension of custody may raise concerns about the treatment of activists in legal proceedings.
- The upcoming festive season could influence judicial decisions regarding custody.
- The case reflects broader issues of civil rights and protest management in India.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing tensions surrounding protests and legal proceedings in India.
Entities
Source
India Today



