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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.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association has declared a day of protest in response to a farmer’s death during the ‘Dilli Chalo’ march. Meanwhile, Haryana’s Advocate General has instructed law officers to attend court, opposing the bar association’s decision. The deceased farmer’s death has sparked allegations of police involvement, prompting a request for a judicial inquiry.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court rejected an urgent hearing plea from the Centre on the farmers’ protest, as protestors intensify their demand for a minimum support price. The court postponed the case to February 29, as the farmers resumed their march towards Delhi. Haryana police’s use of tear gas has resulted in injuries.
The Supreme Court Bar Association has requested the Chief Justice of India to take action against farmers involved in the ‘Delhi Chalo’ protest and to prevent disruptions in public life. The protest, led by 200 farmers’ unions, seeks to address various agricultural concerns, but is causing significant inconvenience and security measures in and around Delhi.