Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Bail Denied for Retired Judge in Dowry Death Case
A retired judge named Giribala Singh and her son were arrested for allegedly harassing their daughter-in-law, Twisha Sharma, for dowry, leading to her death.
The judge asked for bail because she is old and sick, but the court said no because the crime is very serious and she might interfere with the investigation.
The case is being investigated by the CBI.
Special CBI Court in Bhopal rejected the bail plea of retired judge Giribala Singh in the dowry death case of Twisha Sharma.
The defense argued for bail on humanitarian grounds, citing Singh's age, health, and family responsibilities.
The CBI opposed the bail, emphasizing the serious nature of the allegations and the risk of evidence tampering.
Three judges recused themselves from the case due to past associations with Singh or her family.
The case was transferred to the CBI after the Madhya Pradesh High Court expressed dissatisfaction with the initial police probe.
- Who
- Giribala Singh, retired district judge, and her son Samarth Singh
- What
- Rejection of bail plea in the dowry death case of Twisha Sharma
- When
- The bail plea was rejected on Saturday, July 26, 2026
- Where
- Special CBI Court in Bhopal
- Why
- The court found the allegations against Giribala Singh to be of a serious nature and that her release could influence the investigation
Defense Arguments
CBI Arguments
Bail Grounds
Defense Arguments
The defense sought bail on humanitarian grounds, citing Giribala's advanced age, medical condition, and family circumstances, including the need to care for her elderly mother.
CBI Arguments
The CBI opposed the plea, arguing that bail could not be granted solely on the ground that the accused was a woman, emphasizing the gravity of the allegations.
Evidence Influence
Defense Arguments
The defense argued that Giribala Singh's release would not influence the investigation.
CBI Arguments
The CBI expressed apprehension that if released on bail, the accused could influence witnesses, tamper with evidence, or hamper the ongoing investigation.
Medical Condition
Defense Arguments
The defense contended that Giribala Singh was suffering from health issues and was not receiving adequate medical care in jail.
CBI Arguments
The CBI argued that medical records did not indicate any serious illness requiring release and that adequate treatment could be provided while she remained in judicial custody.
- Accused
- Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh
- Victim
- Twisha Sharma
- Court
- Special CBI Court, Bhopal
- Judge
- Ram Pratap Mishra
- Allegations
- Dowry harassment leading to death
- Investigation Agency
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- Current Status
- Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh in judicial custody
- Date of Incident
- May 12, 2026
- Date of Bail Rejection
- July 26, 2026
Sources
Twisha Sharma Dowry Death Case: 5 Reasons Court Denied Bail To Ex-Judge Giribala Singh
Bhopal Court Rejects Bail Plea Of Ex-Judge Giribala Singh In Twisha Sharma Death Case
Twisha Sharma case: Why court rejected mother-in-law’s bail application
MP: CBI court rejects Giribala Singh’s bail plea in Twisha Sharma case
