Bombay High Court Grants Bail To IIM Graduate Booked For Drunk Driving; Orders Him To Man Traffic, Display Placard 'Don't Drink & Drive'

The Bombay High Court granted bail to an IIM graduate who had been arrested for drunk driving. The court ordered the individual to perform a public duty as part of his bail conditions. The accused was directed to display a placard that read "Don’t Drink and Drive" at a busy traffic intersection. The court explained that this would serve as both a punishment and a public deterrent, as the individual would be publicly acknowledging the dangers of drunk driving. The court's ruling underscored the importance of rehabilitation and public awareness alongside legal penalties in addressing issues such as drunk driving.