![[Delhi Riots] "Sufficient Time Provided, Further Delays Will Be Taken Seriously": Court Warns Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and Others for Delaying Trial](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-1-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Delhi Court warned Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others in the Delhi Riots case against further delaying the trial, emphasizing the need for timely proceedings. The judge expressed disappointment over the defense counsel’s unpreparedness, noting that sufficient time had been provided for arguments. Continued delays will be taken seriously by the court.
The Delhi’s Karkardooma Court started hearing arguments on charges in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. The prosecution stated the investigation is ongoing, but the court observed that the investigation regarding the accused persons is complete. The accused individuals, including Umar Khalid and Safoora Zargar, face stringent charges under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act. The hearing will continue on September 6.
![[2020 Northeast Delhi Riots] Lawyers, Student & others Appeal to SC, Delhi HC for Expeditious Bail Hearing Within Two-weeks](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-72-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The National Alliance for Justice, Accountability, and Rights (NAJAR) urged the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court to expedite bail hearings for the “equal citizenship” cases (FIR 59/2020) related to the 2020 Northeast Delhi riots. They requested all bail applications to be resolved within two weeks, criticizing the delays and advocating for appropriate compensation for the accused and their families.
Today, 15th April, The Delhi High Court asked the Enforcement Directorate to provide evidence supporting Tahir Hussain’s plea to dismiss the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case related to the 2020 riots. The court reviewing the maintainability of the plea and scheduled the hearing for September. Hussain’s lawyer will also be allowed to file a response.
The Delhi Court denied Tahir Hussain’s bail request, citing substantial grounds under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The court found prima facie evidence of his involvement in funding and orchestrating the 2020 Delhi riots. Witness statements and financial evidence supported the decision, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations. The ruling underscores the strict scrutiny of UAPA cases.
