“Not a Free Man Yet”: Bombay High Court Allows Gautam Navlakha to Shift to Delhi, Imposes Strict Trial Conditions

The Bombay High Court has allowed Elgar Parishad accused Gautam Navlakha to shift from Mumbai to his Delhi residence while making it clear that he must attend trial proceedings whenever required.
The Court imposed strict conditions, including weekly police reporting, surrender of passport, and prior permission to leave Delhi.

‘No Harm in Letting Him Go Home’: Bombay High Court Inclined to Allow Gautam Navlakha to Shift to Delhi Till Elgar Trial Begins

The Bombay High Court said there is “no harm” in allowing Elgar Parishad accused Gautam Navlakha to shift to his Delhi residence till the trial starts, noting he is not a flight risk. The court observed that forcing the 73-year-old to stay in Mumbai despite having a home in Delhi was unjustified.