Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai said that courts have forgotten the principle “bail is the rule, jail is the exception.” He recalled how he revived it in key 2024 cases involving Prabir Purkayastha, Manish Sisodia, and K Kavitha.
“Are judges special? No, we are not.”: CJI DY Chandrachud, expressed concern over the declining adherence to the “bail is the rule, and jail is the exception” principle in district courts. He called for an evaluation of this trend, emphasizing the need for the district judiciary to prioritize personal liberty and address infrastructure challenges. Justice Khanna emphasized the societal responsibility of judges.