CBI challenges bail for former MLA Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case

The Hindu
The Hindu
2h ago
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The CBI filed a petition in the Supreme Court to oppose the Delhi High Court's bail order for Sengar, who remains jailed for another conviction.
CBI challenges bail for former MLA Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao rape case
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The CBI filed a special leave petition in the Supreme Court against the Delhi High Court's order granting conditional bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the Unnao rape case. Sengar was originally convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in 2019, but remains in jail due to a separate 10-year sentence. The CBI and the survivor's lawyers oppose the bail strongly. Protests demanding justice for the survivor continue outside the High Court. This legal challenge could impact how justice is served in a high-profile case involving serious crimes against women.
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Key insights

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    Legal Challenge: CBI filed a special leave petition in the Supreme Court against bail granted to Sengar.

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    Public Reaction: Women protest outside Delhi High Court demanding justice for the survivor.

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    Multiple Convictions: Sengar remains in jail due to a separate 10-year murder sentence despite bail in the rape case.

Takeaways

The Supreme Court will decide on the CBI's challenge, which may influence the enforcement of sentences in serious criminal cases involving public and legal scrutiny.

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