Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Activist and Journalist Released on Bail in Kashmir Case
Two men, Khurram Parvez and Irfan Mehraj, who work for a human rights group in Jammu and Kashmir, were arrested by the Indian government.
They were accused of terrorism and other serious crimes.
After a long time, a court decided to let them go on bail.
However, they have to stay in New Delhi and cannot go back to their home region.
Some people think their arrests were unfair, while others believe they were necessary.
International groups have also spoken up about their cases.
Khurram Parvez and Irfan Mehraj, associated with JKCCS, were arrested on terrorism charges.
Parvez was arrested in November 2021, Mehraj in 2023.
Both were granted bail by a Delhi court despite opposition from the NIA.
They must remain in New Delhi and cannot travel to Jammu and Kashmir.
International human rights organizations have raised concerns over Parvez's arrest.
- Who
- Khurram Parvez and Irfan Mehraj
- What
- Release on bail after arrests on terrorism charges
- When
- Late Wednesday
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- Higher court upheld their bail despite opposition from the investigating agency
Human Rights Advocates
Investigating Agency
Nature of Arrest
Human Rights Advocates
The arrests are seen as politically motivated and aimed at suppressing human rights work.
Investigating Agency
The arrests are based on legitimate allegations of terrorism and secessionist activities.
Bail Decision
Human Rights Advocates
The bail is a victory for human rights and freedom of expression.
Investigating Agency
The bail decision is opposed due to concerns about the individuals' potential to influence the case.
- Names
- Khurram Parvez, Irfan Mehraj
- Organisation
- Jammu Kashmir Coalition of Civil Society (JKCCS)
- Arrest Dates
- Khurram Parvez: November 2021, Irfan Mehraj: 2023
- Charges
- Funding terrorism, promoting secessionist agenda
- Investigating Agency
- National Investigation Agency (NIA)
- Bail Conditions
- Must remain in New Delhi, cannot travel to Jammu and Kashmir, must arrange own accommodation
- International Concerns
- UN Working Group termed Parvez's detention as arbitrary