Bombay High Court Judge Justice Neela Gokhale Recuses From Hearing Mumbai Bomb Blast Convict Abu Salem's Plea Against Prison Transfer

The Bombay High Court refused to recuse itself from hearing a plea by Abu Salem, a convict in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case, seeking transfer from Taloja Central Prison. The judge rejected Salem's claim of bias due to his earlier recusal from another case involving Salem. The court emphasized that prior recusal didn't imply bias but was based on specific circumstances. Salem's plea cited a threat to life and inadequate medical facilities at Taloja. The court directed the state to ensure Salem's safety and provide necessary medical care, denying his transfer request. The decision reaffirmed judicial neutrality despite previous recusals, ensuring fair adjudication.