Rajasthan High Court Grants Bail Extension
The Rajasthan High Court has extended the interim bail for Asaram Bapu in a rape case until July 1. This decision comes after the expiration of his previous interim bail on March 31. On April 1, Asaram Bapu voluntarily surrendered to authorities at the Jodhpur Central Jail.
Bail Conditions and Court Proceedings
The Jodhpur Bench of the Rajasthan High Court, led by Justices Dinesh Mehta and Vineet Kumar, granted the extension after reviewing his application, which adhered to the same conditions set by the Supreme Court. These conditions prohibit Asaram from delivering any sermons or congregating with followers.
Objections Raised Over Bail Violations
During the hearing on April 2, Asaram’s legal team faced objections from P.C. Solanki, who represented the opposition. Solanki presented video evidence suggesting that Asaram had violated the terms of his bail by conducting sermons at his Indore ashram. The court then asked Asaram to provide an affidavit regarding the allegations.
Affidavit Submission and Bail Extension
In response, Asaram’s representative, Nishant Bora, submitted an affidavit to the court on April 6. After reviewing the affidavit, the court accepted the submission and granted the interim bail extension until July 1.
Previous Bail in Surat Case
Earlier, the Gujarat High Court had granted Asaram Bapu a three-month interim bail on March 28 in a separate rape case in Surat, further complicating his legal challenges.
Conclusion and Legal Developments
As the legal process continues, Asaram Bapu remains under scrutiny for potential bail violations. This extension reflects ongoing legal developments in his cases, including the rape charges against him in multiple states.
