Today, On 20th January, The Supreme Court stated that individuals like Tahir Hussain should be disqualified from contesting elections. This comment came during a hearing of Hussain’s plea. The Court emphasized the importance of ensuring that persons with certain backgrounds are prevented from entering the political arena. The statement raises concerns about eligibility and public accountability in politics.
The court granted parole to Tahir Hussain, an accused in the Delhi riots, allowing him to file his nomination for upcoming elections. While granting this relief, the court underlined the gravity of the charges against him, including his alleged role in the violence that resulted in 59 deaths. The decision balances his legal rights with the seriousness of the allegations.
Tahir Hussain, a former AAP councillor accused in the Delhi riots case involving the death of IB officer Ankit Sharma, seeks interim bail from the Delhi High Court to contest the upcoming Assembly elections as an AIMIM candidate. He requires this bail to file nomination papers and campaign effectively before the February elections.
