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SC grants bail to Ramesh Mhatre in 1993 blast case
The Supreme Court on Thursday granted bail to Ramesh Mhatre, a convict in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. The court cited his prolonged incarceration and poor health, noting he has served…
The Story in Brief
The Supreme Court on Thursday granted bail to Ramesh Mhatre, a convict in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case. The court cited his prolonged incarceration and poor health, noting he has served over 20 years in prison. A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan said continued detention was not warranted given his medical condition. Mhatre was convicted for his role in the conspiracy and sentenced to life imprisonment. The court directed him to furnish a personal bond of Rs 50,000 with two sureties. LiveLaw reports the decision followed a plea for relief due to age and ailments.
The Indian Opinion
The Supreme Court has granted bail to 1993 Mumbai blast convict Ramesh Mhatre on health grounds. This is one of many such decisions, but lazy narratives often claim it undermines anti-terror verdicts. The court specifically noted Mhatre has served 20 years and is gravely ill. It does not rewrite the Guilty verdict. The real test will be whether the prosecution appeals or seeks conditions, and how long the case takes to resolve.
Source: livelaw.in
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