Manish Sisodia verdict: Supreme Court criticises High Court, trial court for "playing it safe" in bail matters

The Supreme Court criticized both the High Court and the trial court for "playing it safe" in denying bail to Manish Sisodia. The apex court expressed concern over the reluctance of lower courts to grant bail in appropriate cases, emphasizing that bail should not be denied merely to avoid controversy. This criticism highlights the judiciary's broader concern about the rights of the accused and the proper application of bail principles.