Supreme Court Denies Bail To Main Conspirators In Delhi Riots Case While Granting Relief To Others

A special news report analyses the recent Supreme Court verdict concerning the bail applications of multiple accused involved in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. The top court has reportedly denied bail to two individuals, labelling them as the 'main conspirators' and central to the planning of the violence. In contrast, five other co-accused have been granted bail, with the court distinguishing between the roles of foot soldiers and key planners. The broadcast features a reaction from the father of one of the incarcerated individuals, who expresses despair over the judgment. Legal experts in the report discuss the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the court's observation that while pre-trial detention is not punishment, liberty is not absolute in national security matters. The segment also touches upon the prolonged incarceration of the accused and the differentiation made by the judiciary based on the evidence presented by the prosecution.