Former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has been granted bail by the Supreme Court of India after spending 17 months in prison. His arrest was linked to an excise policy ‘scam’ case. The Supreme Court’s decision underscores concerns about the prolonged duration of Sisodia’s incarceration and the need for a speedy trial.
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- Manish Sisodia, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister, has been granted bail by the Supreme Court.
- The decision came after Sisodia spent 17 months in prison.
- His arrest was related to the excise policy ‘scam’ case investigated by the CBI.
- Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan delivered the ruling.
- The Court emphasized Sisodia’s right to a “speedy trial.”
- It was deemed a “travesty of justice” to continue his detention without a trial.
- The Court highlighted that prolonged incarceration without trial infringes on fundamental rights.
- Justice Gavai criticized the excessive duration of Sisodia’s detention.
- The ruling reflects concerns about the delay in legal proceedings and the right to a fair trial.
- The case remains a developing story with updates expected.
