The Supreme Court permits Ashish Mishra to visit his hometown in Lakhimpur Kheri for Diwali, subject to the bail conditions already imposed. The trial is pending, the charges are allegations and the presumption of innocence applies. New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, October 26, 2026, permitted Ashish Mishra alias Monu, the accused in the […]
The Lakhimpur Kheri trial judge replaced, and a new Special Public Prosecutor in charge: that is where the 2021 violence trial stands after the Supreme Court asked the Allahabad High Court to act on the victims’ concerns. New Delhi: The presiding officer of the October 2021 violence trial has been changed, and a new Special […]
Appearing for the victims in the Lakhimpur Kheri case, Prashant Bhushan told the Supreme Court that recent developments in the trial would shock the Court’s conscience, alleging that the presiding officer issued a non-bailable warrant against an ill witness who had sought exemption, and, in other matters, withdrew NDPS and SC/ST Act cases to his own court. The Court asked the State to name a senior public prosecutor, sought a sealed-cover report, and directed that the plea be placed before the Allahabad High Court Chief Justice. The allegations are untested.
The Supreme Court has permitted Ashish Mishra, accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, to visit his family on weekends, while expediting trial proceedings and streamlining the witness list. Mishra, facing charges for mowing down protesting farmers, had earlier bail restrictions modified, allowing private family visits but prohibiting public engagements.
The Supreme Court of India has instructed Uttar Pradesh Police to investigate allegations against Ashish Mishra, accused of attempting to influence witnesses in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, which resulted in eight deaths. Mishra denies these claims, asserting they aim to undermine his bail. Further hearings are scheduled in four weeks.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday (27th Nov) directed Ashish Mishra to submit an affidavit addressing allegations of witness intimidation in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. Mishra, accused of killing farmers during a 2021 protest, denied the charges, with the Court noting photographic evidence. The trial, closely monitored by the Supreme Court, is ongoing.
The Supreme Court today granted bail to Ashish Mishra, son of former Union Minister Ajay Mishra, in connection with the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence. His movements are restricted to Delhi or Lucknow. The court also approved bail for farmers involved in the case and instructed the trial court to expedite proceedings, prioritizing the case.
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