A Delhi court has deferred its decision on MP Engineer Rashid’s plea for bail or custody parole to attend the Parliament’s monsoon session. The final order will be pronounced on July 21 amid ongoing terror funding trial.
The Delhi High Court has requested the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to respond to MP Engineer Rashid’s bail plea regarding a 2019 terror funding case. Rashid’s appeal challenges earlier charges and seeks to excuse a delay in his petition. The next hearing is scheduled for July 29 to address these issues.
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has asked Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh, also known as Engineer Rashid, to pay Rs 3.35 lakh for his travel from Tihar Jail to Parliament. Rashid is currently in jail under charges related to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). A Division Bench of Justices Chandra Dhari Singh and Anup Jairam Bhambhani noted that Rashid had already paid around Rs 1.45 lakh. The Court ruled that he must pay the remaining balance before his final hearing on who should bear the cost of his travel and security expenses.
Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh, currently an undertrial in a terror funding case, has challenged the government’s demand of Rs.1.4 lakh daily for travel to Parliament. The Delhi High Court previously granted him permission to attend, conditional on covering travel expenses. Rashid argues this condition risks unrepresenting his constituency.
New Delhi, March 25 – The Delhi High Court has reserved its decision on a plea by Jammu and Kashmir MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh, who is currently in jail for a terror funding case, seeking permission to attend the ongoing Parliament session. A bench of Justices Chandra Dhari Singh and Anup Jairam Bhambhani initially considered granting permission but later decided to pass a detailed order.
Today, On 19th March, A Delhi court is set to decide on the bail plea of Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid on March 21 in connection with a terror funding case. Rashid, who was arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), seeks relief from custody. The case involves allegations of financial support for terrorist activities.
Today, On 18th March, The Delhi High Court has scheduled the hearing of Engineer Rashid’s plea to attend Parliament on March 25. Rashid, an independent MP from Jammu and Kashmir, seeks permission to participate in parliamentary proceedings. Currently in judicial custody over a terror funding case, he has moved the court to exercise his rights as an elected representative. The court’s decision will impact his ability to fulfill legislative duties while in custody.
Today, On 17th March, The National Investigation Agency (NIA) told the Delhi High Court that Engineer Rashid cannot use his legislator status to seek reprieve in legal proceedings. The agency argued that his position as an elected representative does not grant him immunity from prosecution. Rashid, currently in custody under UAPA charges, had sought relief citing his political role. The Court is set to examine the matter while considering legal precedents in such cases.
Today, On 12th March, The High Court sought the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) response to Jammu and Kashmir MP Engineer Rashid’s plea to attend Parliament. Rashid, currently in custody under terror-related charges, has requested permission to fulfill his parliamentary duties. The court’s directive puts the spotlight on the balance between legal proceedings and legislative responsibilities. A decision on the matter is expected after the NIA submits its stand.
The Supreme Court clarified that the NIA court in Delhi can continue hearing the case of Engineer Rashid. He was arrested in 2019 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in a terror funding case. Rashid remains in jail as an accused in the matter. The ruling affirms the jurisdiction of the NIA court over the proceedings.