Kapil Sibal said Umar Khalid’s nearly five-year custody without bail violates Article 21 and promised to approach the Supreme Court against the Delhi High Court’s order. He questioned judicial delays, political silence, and selective action in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.
The Delhi High Court criticized the police for the prolonged trial in the 2020 riots conspiracy case, noting the accused, Tasleem Ahmed, has been jailed for over five years without charges. The defense argued for bail due to the delay, while the prosecution cited adjournments requested by the defense. The hearing continues.