Archive · 3 Jun 2025
Calcutta HC Grants Bail in 2012 Murder Case Over Delays
In Kolkata, two men, Munna Dhali and Nabu Dhali, accused of murder, were let out on bail by the High Court.
They had been in jail for over 12 years while waiting for their trial to finish.
The court decided this was unfair because the trial was taking too long, violating their right to a speedy trial.
They were accused of killing a man, his mother, and two maids back in 2012.
The court referenced the Constitution which ensures the right to life and liberty.
They were released on bond and told to attend hearings and not interfere with evidence.
The Calcutta High Court granted bail to Munna Dhali and Nabu Dhali after 12 years.
The accused were charged in the 2012 murders of Dipak Bhattacharya, his mother, and two maids.
The court cited Article 21 of the Indian Constitution regarding right to life.
The trial had not progressed significantly, with no further witnesses examined recently.
The court ordered the accused to appear at hearings and not tamper with evidence.
- Who
- Munna Dhali and Nabu Dhali, accused of murder
- What
- Calcutta High Court grants bail to murder accused after 12 years, citing Article 21.
- When
- Murders in 2012; bail granted recently.
- Where
- Calcutta High Court, Kolkata
- Why
- Due to prolonged trial delays and right to life violations.
Accused
Court/State
Trial Progress
Accused
The accused argued their right to a speedy trial was violated due to prolonged delays.
Court/State
The court acknowledged the delay and the need to balance the accused's rights.
- Accused
- Munna Dhali and Nabu Dhali
- Victims
- Dipak Bhattacharya, his mother, and two maids
- Murders Date
- September 6, 2012
- Location
- Thakurpukur police station area, West Bengal
- Incarceration Length
- More than 12 years
- Reason for Bail
- Violation of Article 21 (right to life)
- Bail Bond Amount
- ₹10,000 each
