The Gujarat High Court has extended Asaram Bapu’s temporary bail until July 7 on medical grounds, allowing his lawyer more time to submit required documents in his 2013 rape case. Asaram is serving a life sentence for raping a disciple between 2001 and 2006 and faces charges in another case.
Today, On 14th January, The Rajasthan High Court granted interim bail to Asaram in the 2013 rape case, citing health grounds. The bail will remain in effect until March 31, 2025. This decision follows a similar order previously issued by the Supreme Court. Asaram, who has been serving a life sentence, sought relief due to his deteriorating health.
The Supreme Court On January 7 granted interim bail to Asaram, 86, in a 2013 rape case due to health concerns, until March 31. Asaram was convicted in January 2023 and his appeal is pending. The court emphasized it would only consider ongoing health issues while rejecting previous suspension requests by the Gujarat High Court.
