The Supreme Court Today (Jan 28) granted custody parole to former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain, enabling him to campaign for the Delhi Assembly elections as an AIMIM candidate. Effective until February 3, the parole allows him to leave jail during the day under strict security conditions and return at night. This decision was made despite strong objections from the Delhi Police, represented by Additional Solicitor General SV Raju.
Today, On 28th January, Tahir Hussain requested the Supreme Court to grant custody parole in his remaining cases, allowing him to campaign for the upcoming elections. He proposed staying in a hotel room instead of his home to address concerns about influencing witnesses. Hussain’s plea aims to ensure his participation in the electoral process while maintaining transparency. The court’s decision on this matter is pending.
The Supreme Court has issued a split verdict on whether Tahir Hussain, a former AAP councillor facing serious allegations, should be granted interim bail to campaign in the Delhi Assembly elections. Justice Mithal opposed the plea citing potential misuse of bail, while Justice Amanullah supported it with conditions, highlighting delays in Hussain’s trial. The case will be referred for further review.
Today, On 21st January, The Supreme Court raised questions about denying bail to Tahir Hussain in one case, despite bail being granted in nine similar cases. Hussain is accused in the murder of Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer Ankit Sharma, who was killed during the February 2020 riots in Delhi. The court emphasized the need for consistency in granting bail. This case is a key focus in the ongoing investigation into the riots.
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.
Today, On 14th January, The Delhi High Court heard Tahir Hussain’s plea seeking interim bail to contest the upcoming assembly elections. The police opposed the plea, arguing that the right to contest elections is not a fundamental right. Hussain is accused of being the mastermind and funder of the Delhi riots. The High Court has reserved its decision on the matter.
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.
Today, On 24th December, The Delhi High Court issued a notice about the bail plea of AIMIM leader Tahir Hussain in the murder case of IB officer Ankit Sharma. Hussain is accused of being involved in Sharma’s death during the 2020 Delhi riots. The court will hear arguments from both sides before making a decision.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR against former AAP councillor Tahir Hussain concerning the February 2020 northeast Delhi violence, emphasizing that a prior FIR covered the same incident. The court ruled that the quashed FIR’s chargesheet would be treated as supplementary to the earlier one, ensuring a unified judicial process while addressing victims’ rights and preventing duplication.