48 Foreign Nationals Languishing In Punjab Jails Despite Completing Sentence': HC Summons Govt Officer To Explain Circumstances Behind Custody

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has summoned an officer to explain why individuals were kept in custody despite their anticipatory bail. The court directed the officer to present details about the circumstances leading to their detention. The case raises concerns about procedural adherence to bail orders and the rights of the accused under criminal law. This incident highlights the judiciary's role in ensuring fair treatment and procedural justice.