Supreme Court Grants Interim Bail To Bhima Koregaon Accused Jyoti Jagtap

The Supreme Court granted interim bail to Jyoti Jagtap, accused in the Bhima Koregaon case, after noting medical conditions and prolonged incarceration. The bench observed that prolonged pre-trial detention violates the principle that “bail is the rule, jail is the exception,” especially when trials are delayed due to systemic issues. The Court emphasized that personal liberty under Article 21 cannot be compromised indefinitely. It also criticized investigative delays and underscored the judiciary’s responsibility to ensure humane treatment of under-trial prisoners. The ruling continues the Court’s trend of reassessing lengthy detentions in UAPA matters.