Court Grants Bail for Terror Accused to Attend Sister's Wedding

A Delhi court allowed Shadab Ahmad, accused under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots, temporary bail to attend his sister's wedding. Despite previous rejections, he was granted bail from October 29 to November 5 after providing bonds. Ahmad claims familial responsibilities compel his presence.

A Delhi court has granted interim bail to Shadab Ahmad, an accused in a terror case related to the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, to attend his sister's wedding.

Ahmad, who has been in custody since May 2020 under charges explored by the Special Cell of the Delhi Police, was permitted to travel to his ancestral village in Uttar Pradesh between October 29 and November 5. The decision required him to submit personal and surety bonds of Rs 20,000 each.

Ahmad's legal plea emphasized his role as the family's eldest son in the wedding preparations and noted that his father is a senior citizen and the family's sole earner. The court's decision came despite objections from the prosecution, which cited his lack of permanent ties to Delhi.

(With inputs from agencies.)