Delhi Riots: Delhi High Court rejects Shifa ur-Rehman plea for early hearing of bail case

The Delhi High Court has rejected Shifa-ur-Rehman’s plea for an early hearing of his bail application in connection with the Delhi riots case. Rehman, a member of the Jamia Coordination Committee, is accused of being involved in the conspiracy behind the riots. The court noted that there was no urgency in the matter that warranted an early hearing. Rehman has been in custody since April 2020 and has repeatedly sought bail, arguing that the charges against him are politically motivated. The High Court’s decision means that Rehman’s bail plea will be heard according to the regular schedule, prolonging his time in custody. This case is part of the larger legal proceedings related to the Delhi riots, which have seen numerous arrests and ongoing trials.